Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 109.8 in | -11.8 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 188.2 in | -28.1 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 74.0 in | -7.2 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 74.6 in | -16.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 4871 lb. | -2334 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -11.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.5 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.1 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.8 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.4 in | -8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 54.8 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.8 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -30.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 49.7 ft3 | -34.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -51.5 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 |
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |