Model Year | 2012 | 2022 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 105.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 182.7 in | -11.1 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 71.5 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 67.5 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 3454 lb. | -496 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 41.2 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.1 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.3 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.2 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 39.4 in | -6.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -7.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 74.2 ft3 | -29.4 ft3 |
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 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Subaru Forester.