Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Ford Focus | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 104.3 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 178.5 in | -2.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.8 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.7 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3363 lb. | 2945 lb. | 418 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.6 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.9 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.9 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 52.7 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 33.2 in | 1.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Volvo S40.
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 |