

Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 104.3 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 171.6 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 71.8 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 57.7 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3223 lb. | 647 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.6 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.9 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.9 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 53.7 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.7 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 33.2 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.7 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 39.9 ft3 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |
2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | 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 |