Ford Focus (2008) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2019) Specs

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2008 Ford Focus and 2019 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2008	2019
Model	Ford Focus	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.9 in	103.8 in	-0.9 in
Length	175.0 in	167.6 in	7.4 in
Width	66.7 in	70.8 in	-4.1 in
Height	58.6 in	58.2 in	0.4 in
Curb Weight	2623 lb.	2873 lb.	-250 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.5 gal.	13.2 gal.	0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.2 in	38.4 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.5 in	55.9 in	-2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.4 in	0.0 in	50.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.2 in	0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.3 in	38.1 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.7 in	53.9 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	50.9 in	0.0 in	50.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.1 in	35.6 in	0.5 in
Total Legroom	77.8 in (over 2 rows)	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	13.8 ft³	17.4 ft³	-3.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	13.8 ft³	53.7 ft³	-39.9 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Focus

2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review
2007	4dr Wagon 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	The first-generation Focus has great seats -- cushy, well-bolstered, and high off the floor. see full Ford Focus review
2007	4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	It was a pleasant surprise when we discovered how comfortable the front seats were for long road trips. They are contoured enough so I can lay the seat back, with a small pillow and take a nice long nap. This is probably highly subjective, but for us, the car seats have been just what we wanted. see full Ford Focus review
2007	2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	The front seat has more room than one would expect. I have yet to encounter someone who has not fit inside comfortably, despite their size. Being over 6ft tall, I drive daily without feeling cramped or enclosed. see full Ford Focus review
2007	4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Ample room. see full Ford Focus review
2007	2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Lots of room for a big guy like me. see full Ford Focus review
2007	2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	Can drive for long distances without succuming to fatigue. see full Ford Focus review

2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review
2009	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review
2009	4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review
2007	2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Not the best, but ok for a 2 door hatch. see full Ford Focus review
2007	4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Another two inches of legroom sure would be nice. see full Ford Focus review
2007	4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Very average for its class. Not a place for grownups for long. see full Ford Focus review

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