| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Suzuki SX4 | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@3500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 102.9 in | -4.5 in |
| Length | 176.8 in | 175.0 in | 1.8 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 66.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 60.8 in | 58.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2822 lb. | 2645 lb. | 177 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.5 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 50.4 in | 0.6 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 | 52.8 in | 53.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 42.6 in | 50.9 in | -8.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| 2011 Suzuki SX4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 150-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual 4WD |
Very little room for driver and passengers. Driver is almost touching windshield by a forehead. A small leg room too especially for driver and rear passengers. see full Suzuki SX4 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 |