Ford Focus (2011) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) Specs

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2011 Ford Focus and 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2011	2006
Model	Ford Focus	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.9 in	99.4 in	3.5 in
Length	175.0 in	175.4 in	-0.4 in
Width	66.7 in	68.5 in	-1.8 in
Height	58.6 in	56.7 in	1.9 in
Curb Weight	2623 lb.	3016 lb.	-393 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	38.6 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.5 in	52.7 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.4 in	53.3 in	-2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	42.9 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	36.7 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.7 in	52.9 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	50.9 in	51.9 in	-1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.1 in	33.0 in	3.1 in
Total Legroom	77.8 in (over 2 rows)	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	1.9 in
Cargo Volume	13.8 ft³	11.0 ft³	2.8 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

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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