Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Lexus RX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.9 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 186.2 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 72.6 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.1 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3870 lb. | -647 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.9 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.6 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.5 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.1 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 55.1 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 36.4 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -39.9 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |