Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 165.4 in | 6.2 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 70.3 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.3 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3326 lb. | -103 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.3 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.7 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.2 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 52.8 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 0.0 in | 52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 35.5 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |