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Ford Escape (2006) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport specs.

2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Ford Escape Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.2 in 103.1 in 0.1 in
Length 174.9 in 173.8 in 1.1 in
Width 70.1 in 68.5 in 1.6 in
Height 69.7 in 58.5 in 11.2 in
Curb Weight 3156 lb. 3064 lb. 92 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.5 gal. 16.9 gal. -0.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 40.3 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 54.8 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 43.5 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 37.6 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.2 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.1 in 0.0 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 33.5 in 2.1 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) 0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.3 ft3 19.0 ft3 10.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.3 ft3 44.4 ft3 21.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape

2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review
2006 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review
2005 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic AWD
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2007 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
 
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