Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Pontiac Solstice | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 95.1 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 157.2 in | 2.9 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 71.3 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 50.9 in | 7.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2742 lb. | 3046 lb. | -304 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 13.0 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 52.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 50.6 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 0.0 in | 31.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 42.7 in (over 1 rows) | 30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.4 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 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 Pontiac Solstice Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed automatic RWD |
No extra room. Tall or overweight people need not apply. see full Pontiac Solstice review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
(Driver) No room. Car is not for regular sized people. see full Pontiac Solstice review |