Ford Edge (2009) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2009 Ford Edge and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Ford Edge	Subaru Outback
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
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	69.7 in	6.1 in
Height	67.2 in	63.2 in	4 in
Curb Weight	4282 lb.	3605 lb.	677 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

2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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	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	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

2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	A little cramped see full Ford Edge review
2010	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	not much leg room see full Ford Edge review

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review

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