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2007 Ford Explorer and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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 | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 105.1 in | 8.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 188.7 in | 4.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in | 4 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 63.2 in | 9.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 3605 lb. | 926 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.4 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 51.0 in | 4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 44.1 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 53.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.6 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 33.9 in | 3 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) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 36.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -19.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 33.5 | 10.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 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 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback
| 2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
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