Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.1 in | 7.5 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 186.2 in | 10.9 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 68.1 in | 10.8 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 56.1 in | 14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 3435 lb. | 1317 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.5 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 54.4 in | 6.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 51.0 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 44.1 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.5 in | 4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 53.7 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 52.6 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 33.9 in | 5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 11.4 | 32.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 69.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
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 |