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2006 Ford Explorer and 2006 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 99.4 in | 14.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 176.6 in | 16.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.3 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 65.0 in | 7.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3350 lb. | 1181 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 | 53.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.6 in | 3.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.6 in | 5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 51.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 33.7 in | 3.2 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) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 36.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -18.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 32.0 | 11.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Forester
| 2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review |
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