Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Fusion | Lexus IS | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 107.5 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 180.1 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.9 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.1 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3285 lb. | 3455 lb. | -170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 54.4 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.1 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.9 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.7 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 53.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 30.6 in | 6.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |