Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 111.0 in | -13 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 197.2 in | -23.6 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 72.8 in | -5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3495 lb. | -712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 59.4 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.8 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 58.2 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 56.2 in | -7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 40.9 in | -9.7 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -8.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.
2009 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |