Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Lexus RX | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.9 in | 104.3 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 171.6 in | 16.2 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 71.8 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 57.7 in | 8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4178 lb. | 3223 lb. | 955 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.6 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.9 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 53.7 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 52.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 33.2 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 |
2014 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Lexus have also tended to be more comfortable than competitors. The front seats in the RX are generously sized and very comfortably shaped. They're softer than those in competitors (the Cadillac SRX's buckets are borderline hard), yet are properly supportive. Though the side bolsters aren't large--only the upholstery, black with white perforations, differs from the regular RX 350--lateral support is sufficient for how the Lexus asks to be driven (we'll get to this). see full Lexus RX review |
2014 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Probably because they were designed to fold in a single step to form a nearly flat floor, the 40-20-40 rear seats in the RX 350 aren't nearly as comfortable as the front seats. Passengers have plenty of room, but the seat cushion is too low to provide adults with thigh support and the seat back is too flat. The rear seat in the SRX isn't as roomy, and isn't much more comfortable. But I'd much rather spend time in the back seat of some other competitors. see full Lexus RX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lexus RX.
2013 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 |
2013 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 |
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 |