

Model Year | 2023 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 10-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 105.1 in | 14 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 186.2 in | 12.6 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 68.1 in | 10.8 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 56.1 in | 13.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4727 lb. | 3435 lb. | 1292 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.5 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.8 in | 54.4 in | 7.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 51.0 in | 8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 44.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.5 in | 4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.9 in | 53.7 in | 8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 52.6 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 33.9 in | 5.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 11.4 | 36.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.8 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 76.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Explorer.
2009 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Good sized back seat, could fit two adults very comfortably with plenty of legroom. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can put adults back there, unlike the previous 2 WRXs. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2009 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 |