| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mini Hardtop | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 192 lb-ft@1700  | 
						 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250  | 
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 102.9 in | -5.8 in | 
| Length | 145.6 in | 175.0 in | -29.4 in | 
| Width | 66.3 in | 66.7 in | -0.4 in | 
| Height | 55.4 in | 58.6 in | -3.2 in | 
| Curb Weight | 2712 lb. | 2588 lb. | 124 lb. | 
| Fuel Capacity | 11.0 gal. | 13.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. | 
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.3 in | 53.5 in | -3.2 in | 
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in | 
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.7 in | -0.3 in | 
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.3 in | -0.7 in | 
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 53.7 in | -9 in | 
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.9 in | -50.9 in | 
| Legroom, Row 2 | 29.9 in | 36.1 in | -6.2 in | 
| Total Legroom | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in | 
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -8.1 ft3 | 
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 24.0 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 | 
| 2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment | 
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD  | 
							too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2008 | 2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD  | 
							The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD  | 
							Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD  | 
							what room? see full Mini Hardtop review | 
| 2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment | 
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
						2 door is easy to get in and out of. The leather seating option makes for a comfortable ride especially for such a small car. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
						The first-generation Focus has great seats -- cushy, well-bolstered, and high off the floor. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD  | 
						It was a pleasant surprise when we discovered how comfortable the front seats were for long road trips. They are contoured enough so I can lay the seat back, with a small pillow and take a nice long nap. This is probably highly subjective, but for us, the car seats have been just what we wanted. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
						The front seat has more room than one would expect. I have yet to encounter someone who has not fit inside comfortably, despite their size. Being over 6ft tall, I drive daily without feeling cramped or enclosed. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
						Ample room. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD  | 
						Lots of room for a big guy like me. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD  | 
						Can drive for long distances without succuming to fatigue. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2008 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment | 
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							Limited space for larger passengers. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							Due to the lack of rear seat room, you must slide the front seats forward to prevent a child from kicking their feet on the back of the seats. Only a booster seat with the front seats forward will minimize this problem. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							No rear armrest. Only one cupholder. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							Not the best, but ok for a 2 door hatch. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							Another two inches of legroom sure would be nice. see full Ford Focus review | 
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD  | 
							Very average for its class. Not a place for grownups for long. see full Ford Focus review |