Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Dodge Durango | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 370 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 119.2 in | -16.3 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 200.8 in | -25.8 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 76.0 in | -9.3 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 74.3 in | -15.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2623 lb. | 5048 lb. | -2425 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 27.0 gal. | -13.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 59.3 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 58.7 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.5 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.2 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 57.2 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.4 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.6 in | -59.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.4 in | -34.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | -35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 68.4 ft3 | -54.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 102.4 ft3 | -88.6 ft3 |
2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The first-generation Focus has great seats -- cushy, well-bolstered, and high off the floor. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was a pleasant surprise when we discovered how comfortable the front seats were for long road trips. They are contoured enough so I can lay the seat back, with a small pillow and take a nice long nap. This is probably highly subjective, but for us, the car seats have been just what we wanted. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front seat has more room than one would expect. I have yet to encounter someone who has not fit inside comfortably, despite their size. Being over 6ft tall, I drive daily without feeling cramped or enclosed. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Ample room. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room for a big guy like me. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can drive for long distances without succuming to fatigue. see full Ford Focus review |
2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not the best, but ok for a 2 door hatch. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another two inches of legroom sure would be nice. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Very average for its class. Not a place for grownups for long. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD |
With the power adjustable front seat, both myself (at just over 6 feet tall) and my wife (5 foot 5) can find plenty of leg room. The additional seat width is appreciated for me (over our past viechle) as I have long arms & need more elbow room than most. see full Dodge Durango review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD |
With a growing family, we needed 3 rows of seats that can actually haul people of normal size. It seems the 3rd row of some SUVs are made for 10 year olds. This viechle fits 8 people in a pinch, 7 comfortably. see full Dodge Durango review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
I am small, but regardless, there is plenty of room for comfort. The front cabin is so roomy I tend to lose things in it! see full Dodge Durango review |