Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,614 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,445 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,488 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,190 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 51 L | 70 L | -19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 975 mm | 21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,280 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 973 mm | 960 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,293 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 917 mm | 958 mm | -41 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 391 L | 402 L | -11 L |
2009 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 |
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 |
2009 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. 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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review |
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 |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |