Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 143 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 102.9 in | 16 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 175.0 in | 30 in |
Width | 78.4 in | 66.7 in | 11.7 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 58.6 in | 11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4790 lb. | 2623 lb. | 2167 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 53.5 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 50.4 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 53.7 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 50.9 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 10.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.8 ft3 | 13.8 | 55 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 102.6 ft3 |
2011 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Although the rear captain seats are quite comfortable, I do not like how they roll forward. There is a track in the floor in which the rear seats fold and slide up behind the front seats. All I notice when in the back seat is how extremely difficult it is to clean out the mud and grit and salt (I live in Canada, we use salt on our roads) that gets left behind in the track from passenger footwear. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2009 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review |