Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 104.3 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 178.5 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 71.8 in | -5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 57.7 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2578 lb. | 2945 lb. | -367 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 55.6 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.9 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 53.7 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 52.7 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 33.2 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2012 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 |