| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 345 hp@6000 350 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.1 in | 104.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Length | 180.3 in | 178.5 in | 1.8 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 71.8 in | -3.3 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3384 lb. | 3512 lb. | -128 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.6 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.6 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 53.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 52.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 33.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
| 2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Focus.