Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Acura RDX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 104.3 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 180.7 in | -5.7 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 73.6 in | -6.9 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 65.2 in | -6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2645 lb. | 3743 lb. | -1098 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 58.2 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 54.4 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.8 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 53.0 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.6 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -46.8 ft3 |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2010 | The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
back support is excellent see full Acura RDX review |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For, supportive, yet easy to find a comfortable position. see full Acura RDX review |
2010 Acura RDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too little leg room see full Acura RDX review |