Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Volkswagen Eos | Ford Focus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6000 133 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 102.9 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 173.5 in | 175.2 in | -1.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 66.7 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.9 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3549 lb. | 2658 lb. | 891 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.5 in | 39.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.5 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.7 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.4 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 41.5 in | 53.6 in | -12.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.9 in | -50.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.5 in | 37.6 in | -5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.6 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | -4.3 ft3 |
2011 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 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 | 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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Ample room. see full Ford Focus review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Regular sized adults can fit in the back seat without too many problems. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Short seat track makes it tight for tall drivers and there is no "dead pedal" to rest your left foot on. see full Ford Focus review |