Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Lancer | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 98.0 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 180.0 in | 173.6 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 67.8 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 58.1 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3480 lb. | 2783 lb. | 697 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.7 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 50.6 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.1 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 49.0 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 49.2 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 31.2 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.6 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |