Model Year | 2017 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 104.3 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 178.5 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 71.8 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 57.7 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3481 lb. | 3210 lb. | 271 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 55.6 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 53.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 33.2 in | 5.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Passat.
2015 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |