Model Year | 2021 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen Arteon | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@1950 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.9 in | 103.0 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 179.5 in | 12.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 70.1 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 65.9 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 3955 lb. | 3440 lb. | 515 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 41.6 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 56.1 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.1 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 40.0 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 55.6 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 38.0 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.2 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -12.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon.
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |