Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Spectra | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 104.3 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 177.2 in | 178.5 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 71.8 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.7 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2767 lb. | 2945 lb. | -178 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.6 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 53.9 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.9 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.0 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.7 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.7 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 33.2 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2007 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | 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 |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |