Ford Focus (2013) vs. Nissan Sentra (2012) Specs

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2013 Ford Focus and 2012 Nissan Sentra Specifications

Model Year	2013	2012
Model	Ford Focus	Nissan Sentra
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700	2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6600 180 lb-ft@5200
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	105.7 in	-1.4 in
Length	178.5 in	179.8 in	-1.3 in
Width	71.8 in	70.5 in	1.3 in
Height	57.7 in	59.5 in	-1.8 in
Curb Weight	3210 lb.	3078 lb.	132 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.4 gal.	14.5 gal.	-2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.3 in	40.6 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	56.9 in	-1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	54.1 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	42.4 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.0 in	37.3 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.7 in	55.1 in	-1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.7 in	53.0 in	-0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.2 in	34.5 in	-1.3 in
Total Legroom	75.1 in (over 2 rows)	76.9 in (over 2 rows)	-1.8 in
Cargo Volume	13.2 ft³	13.1 ft³	0.1 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

2012 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Nissan Sentra offers a smooth, quiet ride and about as much passenger (and cargo) room as you'll find in a compact sedan. Open the door, and the SL's leather-trimmed interior appears luxurious. Sit down, though, and the illusion crumbles. Unlike those in the Altima, the Sentra's flat, firm seats provide little in the way of comfort or support. A tilt adjustment for the driver seat would help, but one is not offered. The Civic's seats aren't much cushier, but their shape provides better support. For the best seats in the segment, check out the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus. see full Nissan Sentra review

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