

Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 113.7 in | -9.4 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 193.4 in | -21.8 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 73.7 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 72.8 in | -15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1573 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -10.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.0 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.4 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.5 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 36.9 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.8 | 43.9 ft3 | -20.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -38.9 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |