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Ford Focus (2015) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Ford Focus and 2010 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2015 Ford Focus and 2010 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2015 2010  
Model Ford Focus Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
252 hp@5500
270 lb-ft@2700
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 112.3 in -8 in
Length 178.5 in 191.8 in -13.3 in
Width 71.8 in 70.3 in 1.5 in
Height 57.7 in 57.1 in 0.6 in
Curb Weight 3210 lb. 3680 lb. -470 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.4 gal. 16.0 gal. -3.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 39.4 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.6 in 55.9 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 53.0 in 0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 42.2 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 37.2 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 53.9 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 52.1 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.2 in 37.6 in -4.4 in
Total Legroom 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) -4.7 in
Cargo Volume 13.2 ft3 15.1 ft3 -1.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Ford Focus

2015 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu

2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2009 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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