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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Subaru Forester (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2010 Subaru Forester specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2010 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2009 2010  
Model Ford Explorer Subaru Forester  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 103.0 in 10.7 in
Length 193.4 in 179.5 in 13.9 in
Width 73.7 in 70.1 in 3.6 in
Height 72.8 in 65.9 in 6.9 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3440 lb. 1266 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 16.9 gal. 5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 41.6 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 56.1 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 43.1 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 40.0 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 55.6 in 3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 38.0 in -1.1 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) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 33.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 33.5 ft3 -19.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 33.5 10.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 68.3 ft3 15.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Subaru Forester

2010 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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