Ford Explorer (2012) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2012 Ford Explorer and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2012	2008
Model	Ford Explorer	Subaru Outback
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
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.6 in	105.1 in	7.5 in
Length	197.1 in	188.7 in	8.4 in
Width	78.9 in	69.7 in	9.2 in
Height	70.4 in	63.2 in	7.2 in
Curb Weight	4731 lb.	3605 lb.	1126 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.6 gal.	16.9 gal.	1.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.6 in	40.5 in	0.1 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	39.1 in	1.4 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	33.5 ft³	-12.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	43.8 ft³	33.5	10.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	80.7 ft³	66.2 ft³	14.5 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.

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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