| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Edge | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 99.4 in | 11.8 in |
| Length | 185.7 in | 176.6 in | 9.1 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 68.3 in | 7.5 in |
| Height | 67.2 in | 65.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4073 lb. | 3350 lb. | 723 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 53.5 in | 5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 51.6 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 43.6 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.7 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 53.6 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 51.6 in | 4.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 33.7 in | 5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.6 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 |
| 2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Spacious legroom and reclining seats. Fat center fold down armrest with cup holders and adjustable A/C vents are a nice touch. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long trips. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
i have 2 teenagers who have complained regularly with other vehicles they have rode in in the last 6 months. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are very comfortable. Love the forward leaning front headrests. Great legroom as well. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Larger and more comfortable than any other offering in this segment. Class leading legroom and open feel. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
EXCELLENT ROOM IN THE REAR FOR LEGS AND STRETCHING OUT. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
It is very comfortable and I love that the rear seats recline in various positions for comfort. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for driver and passenger. Great for long road trips. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for 1 or 2 kids. Great leg room because no third row seating. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The Edge is very roomy and comfortable. By leaving out the third seat option, they were able to give the front and rear rows both a little more space and it can comfortably fit 5 adults. see full Ford Edge review |
| 2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
No 3rd row available see full Ford Edge review |
| 2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review |