| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,614 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,190 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 51 L | 34 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,280 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 917 mm | 20 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 391 L | -6 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 13.8 | -12.8 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 13.8 | -11.8 L |
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2010 | The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review | |
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat 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 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 |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |