Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 121.2 in | -23.2 in |
Length | 160.1 in | 202.5 in | -42.4 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 76.9 in | -10.1 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 68.9 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2587 lb. | 4335 lb. | -1748 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 63.0 in | -10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 64.7 in | -15.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.3 in | -5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -35.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 83.0 ft3 | -67.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 26.0 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -115 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 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |