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2011 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 104.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 171.6 in | -6.2 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 71.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3025 lb. | 2920 lb. | 105 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 38.3 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.6 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.9 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.9 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 33.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
| 2012 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 |
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