Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
Model | Ford Focus | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 105.9 in | -1.6 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 174.5 in | 4 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 69.8 in | 2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 55.8 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3210 lb. | 3535 lb. | -325 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 13.7 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.4 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.5 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.5 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 53.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 33.0 in | 0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |