Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,793 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 1,590 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 64 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 993 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 861 mm | 76 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) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 949 L | -564 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 33.5 | -32.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,875 L | 1 L |
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 |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I’ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it’s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There just isn’t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review |