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2012 Ford Focus and 2008 Pontiac Vibe Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Focus | Pontiac Vibe | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 102.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Length | 171.6 in | 171.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Width | 71.8 in | 69.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 62.2 in | -4.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 2701 lb. | 257 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.6 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 51.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.8 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 52.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 47.8 in | 4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 36.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Pontiac Vibe
| 2008 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2008 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
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