| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 102.9 in | 18.2 in |
| Length | 204.4 in | 175.0 in | 29.4 in |
| Width | 72.0 in | 66.7 in | 5.3 in |
| Height | 72.1 in | 58.6 in | 13.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4520 lb. | 2645 lb. | 1875 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 11.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 53.5 in | 6.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 50.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 41.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 53.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 50.9 in | 10.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.1 in | 2.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 37.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 13.8 | 60.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 122.7 ft3 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room, good headroom and legroom see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
| 2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of adjustment possibilities, and it fits me well - comfortable for long drives see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
| 2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |