Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Edge | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 105.1 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 188.7 in | -3 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 68.1 in | 7.7 in |
Height | 67.2 in | 58.1 in | 9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4282 lb. | 3505 lb. | 777 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 54.4 in | 4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 51.0 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 44.1 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 53.7 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 52.6 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 33.9 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.6 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
2008 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2008 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 Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I’ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it’s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There just isn’t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review |