Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 111.6 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 178.5 in | 191.0 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 73.3 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.8 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3210 lb. | 4065 lb. | -855 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 37.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.4 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 54.8 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.9 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 54.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 35.0 in | -1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.7 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 |
2008 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent lumbar support and almost infinate power adjustments help my probelms with episodic low back pain. see full Volvo S80 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are like sitting in a lazy boy. So comfortable on long trips and just a dream to drive. see full Volvo S80 review |