Ford Explorer Sport Trac (2008) vs. Subaru WRX (2016) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2016 Subaru WRX specs.
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications
| Model Year |
2008 |
2016 |
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| Model |
Ford Explorer Sport Trac |
Subaru WRX |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr SUT |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
130.5 in |
104.3 in |
26.2 in |
| Length |
210.2 in |
180.9 in |
29.3 in |
| Width |
73.7 in |
70.7 in |
3 in |
| Height |
72.5 in |
58.1 in |
14.4 in |
| Curb Weight |
4516 lb. |
3267 lb. |
1249 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity |
22.5 gal. |
15.9 gal. |
6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
39.8 in |
39.8 in |
0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
59.0 in |
55.6 in |
3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.4 in |
52.2 in |
3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
42.4 in |
43.3 in |
-0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
38.5 in |
37.1 in |
1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
58.9 in |
54.2 in |
4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
55.5 in |
53.1 in |
2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
36.9 in |
35.4 in |
1.5 in |
| Total Legroom |
79.3 in (over 2 rows) |
78.7 in (over 2 rows) |
0.6 in |
| Cargo Volume |
0.0 |
12.0 ft3 |
-12 |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
| 2007 |
4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats.
see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
| 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 |
4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil.
see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2015 |
The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark.
If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX.
see full Subaru WRX review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4
6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs.
see full Subaru WRX review |
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