Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 106.3 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 179.0 in | -4 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.7 in | -5 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 67.7 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2645 lb. | 3333 lb. | -688 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 54.6 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 41.6 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 53.9 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 38.2 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -33 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 31.7 ft3 | -17.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -60.2 ft3 |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2010 | The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 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 |
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 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 |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |