Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fusion | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 101.5 in | 10.7 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 174.1 in | 17.6 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 70.5 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.9 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3526 lb. | 3508 lb. | 18 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.7 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.7 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 41.5 in | 15.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 32.5 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 5.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Fusion.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |