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2008 Ford Explorer and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.1 in | 10.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 173.8 in | 19.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.5 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.5 in | 14.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4440 lb. | 3075 lb. | 1365 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.8 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.6 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.2 in | 5.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 33.5 in | 3.4 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) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 37.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 19.0 | 24.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | 39.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
| 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
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