| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Focus | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 91.7 in | 11.2 in |
| Length | 175.0 in | 157.3 in | 17.7 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 67.7 in | -1 in |
| Height | 58.6 in | 49.0 in | 9.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2623 lb. | 2441 lb. | 182 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 37.4 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 50.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 43.1 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 0.0 in | 50.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 34.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 8.5 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 |
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |