Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Acura RDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 180.7 in | -9.1 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 73.6 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 65.2 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3743 lb. | -520 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.7 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.2 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 54.4 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.0 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 37.6 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 60.6 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
2013 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2013 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |
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 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 |