| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Crosstrek | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 104.9 in | 8.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 175.8 in | 17.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.0 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 63.6 in | 9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3113 lb. | 1327 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.0 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 55.6 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 20.8 | 23.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 55.3 ft3 | 28.4 ft3 |
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Subaru Crosstrek.