Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 106.3 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 176.4 in | -16.3 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 68.7 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2537 lb. | 3042 lb. | -505 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 54.9 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 52.7 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.5 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 53.1 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 51.2 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.0 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -5.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.4 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -14.2 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 |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |