Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2011) vs. Ford Focus (2007) Specs

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2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2007 Ford Focus Specifications

Model Year	2011	2007
Model	Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen	Ford Focus
Engine	2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 136 hp@6000 133 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	102.9 in	-1.4 in
Length	179.3 in	178.4 in	0.9 in
Width	70.1 in	66.7 in	3.4 in
Height	59.2 in	59.5 in	-0.3 in
Curb Weight	3285 lb.	2805 lb.	480 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	14.0 gal.	0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.1 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	53.5 in	1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	49.4 in	-49.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	40.7 in	0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	39.8 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.1 in	53.6 in	-0.5 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	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	78.3 in (over 2 rows)	-1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	32.8 ft³	35.2 ft³	-2.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	66.9 ft³	73.1 ft³	-6.2 ft³

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 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

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