Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Chevrolet Equinox | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 143 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6500 250 lb-ft@2300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 112.5 in | -9.6 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 188.8 in | -13.8 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.4 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 69.3 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2623 lb. | 3907 lb. | -1284 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 51.1 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 55.9 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 51.4 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 40.2 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -21.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -53.3 ft3 |
2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |