Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2011) vs. Ford Focus (2007) Specs

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2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2007 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year	2011	2007
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Ford Focus
Engine	2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250	2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 151 hp@5750 154 lb-ft@4250
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	102.9 in	-1.4 in
Length	165.4 in	168.5 in	-3.1 in
Width	70.3 in	66.7 in	3.6 in
Height	58.3 in	56.9 in	1.4 in
Curb Weight	3025 lb.	2712 lb.	313 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	14.0 gal.	0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	39.1 in	0.2 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	41.2 in	40.7 in	0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.5 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.8 in	53.6 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	50.9 in	-50.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.5 in	37.6 in	-2.1 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	-1.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.0 ft³	17.6 ft³	-2.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	46.0 ft³	39.7 ft³	6.3 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD	Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	They are supportive with good leg support. The seat side bolsters hold driver in place. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2010	4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Focus

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

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