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Ford Focus (2012) vs. Ford Escape (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Ford Focus and 2009 Ford Escape specs.

2012 Ford Focus and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Ford Focus Ford Escape  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 103.1 in 1.2 in
Length 171.6 in 174.7 in -3.1 in
Width 71.8 in 71.1 in 0.7 in
Height 57.7 in 67.7 in -10 in
Curb Weight 2920 lb. 3254 lb. -334 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.4 gal. 16.5 gal. -4.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 40.4 in -2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.6 in 56.6 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 53.3 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.6 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 39.2 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 55.9 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 49.1 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.2 in 35.6 in -2.4 in
Total Legroom 75.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.2 in (over 2 rows) -2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 29.2 ft3 -5.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 44.8 ft3 66.3 ft3 -21.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus

2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape

2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review
2009 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review
2008 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review
 
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