Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Mitsubishi Montero | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
3.8L V6 OHC-4v 215 hp@5500 248 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.9 in | 109.7 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 175.0 in | 190.2 in | -15.2 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 74.8 in | -8.1 in |
Height | 58.6 in | 74.2 in | -15.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2645 lb. | 4787 lb. | -2142 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -10.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 41.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 58.5 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.4 in | 57.7 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 40.6 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.5 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.9 in | 55.5 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 35.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.7 in | -54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 25.2 in | -25.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 102.7 in (over 3 rows) | -24.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 39.8 | -26 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 ft3 | 91.7 | -77.9 ft3 |
2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The first-generation Focus has great seats -- cushy, well-bolstered, and high off the floor. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was a pleasant surprise when we discovered how comfortable the front seats were for long road trips. They are contoured enough so I can lay the seat back, with a small pillow and take a nice long nap. This is probably highly subjective, but for us, the car seats have been just what we wanted. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front seat has more room than one would expect. I have yet to encounter someone who has not fit inside comfortably, despite their size. Being over 6ft tall, I drive daily without feeling cramped or enclosed. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Ample room. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room for a big guy like me. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can drive for long distances without succuming to fatigue. see full Ford Focus review |
2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not the best, but ok for a 2 door hatch. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another two inches of legroom sure would be nice. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Very average for its class. Not a place for grownups for long. see full Ford Focus review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Mitsubishi Montero.