Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@4900 148 lb-ft@1850 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 300 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,685 mm | 3,023 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,597 mm | 5,245 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,961 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,363 kg | 2,530 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 59 L | 106 L | -47 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 998 mm | 1,006 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,529 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,044 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 963 mm | 1,011 mm | 962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 993 mm | -94 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,318 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,275 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 527 L | -102 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 1,557 L | 14 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 | 3,067 L | 12 |
2015 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The old Chevrolet Cruze, like the Ford Focus, had a rear seat on the tight side even by compact sedan standards. According to the specs, the new one has only gained a few tenths of legroom. But the improvement feels much larger. Chevrolet claims that rear knee room (not a standard spec) has increased by two inches, and this aligns much better with my perceptions. Some competitors, including the Honda Civic, continue to offer more rear seat space. But the new Cruze's back seat could be the most comfortable in the class for two average-sized men. With a position well above the floor, the rear seat cushion provides much better thigh support than the typical sedan, much less the typical compact sedan. The Civic has a lower rear cushion and insufficient foot space under its front seats, squandering its on-paper legroom advantage. Up front the Cruze has comfortable seats (though, like those in the Civic, without adjustable lumbar support) but shoulder room typical of a compact car. The Civic has two more inches of shoulder room and feels more like a midsize sedan in the front seat. Both cars have good driving positions with reasonably compact instrument panels. In L and LS trim, the new Cruze has a 14.9-cubic-foot trunk, nearly identical to that of the new Civic and about as large as you'll find in the class. But the LT and Premier have a compact spare tire that reduces cargo volume to 13.6 cubic feet. Still pretty good. Next year both cars will also be available as hatchbacks. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2015 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze.
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review |
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review |