| Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
| Model | Volvo C40 | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | Electric 402 hp 487 lb-ft |
Electric 143 hp 184 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 104.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 174.8 in | 171.6 in | 3.2 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 71.8 in | 3.4 in |
| Height | 62.8 in | 57.7 in | 5.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4737 lb. | 3624 lb. | 1113 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | -12.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.9 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 37.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.7 in | -52.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 33.2 in | 2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.0 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volvo C40.
| 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 | ||
| 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 |