Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 108.1 in | 4.5 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 189.6 in | 7.5 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 66.1 in | 4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4731 lb. | 3810 lb. | 921 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 58.1 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.5 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.9 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.9 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.3 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 55.0 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.1 in | 1.7 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) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 35.5 | 8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |