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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 | 2,888 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,740 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,395 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 64 L | 21 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,024 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 955 mm | 28 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 851 mm | 86 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 538 L | -153 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 19.0 | -18 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,257 L | 1 L |
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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