

Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Scion tC | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.9 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 175.0 in | -1 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 66.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 58.6 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 2645 lb. | 325 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.5 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 53.5 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 50.4 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 53.7 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 50.9 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 36.1 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
2010 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 180-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
A fastback car with actual usable back seats! Coupes tend to have cramped back setas, but in this case it is very comfortable sitting in the back for extended periods of time. see full Scion tC review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2010 | The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 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 |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |