Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Subaru Impreza / WRX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.1 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 180.3 in | -1.8 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 68.5 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.6 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3210 lb. | 3208 lb. | 2 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.6 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.7 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.6 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 53.2 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 43.5 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 54.2 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 52.2 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 35.4 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2015 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 |
2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |