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2009 Ford Flex and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Flex | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@6250 336 Nm@4500 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 181 kW@6000 327 Nm@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,995 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,138 mm | 4,793 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,928 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,717 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,132 kg | 1,635 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 64 L | 9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,125 mm | 861 mm | -860 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 983 mm | 0 mm | 983 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,044 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 848 mm | 0 mm | 848 mm |
| Total Legroom | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 949 L | -400 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,274 L | 33.5 | -32.5 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,455 L | 1,875 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Flex
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex 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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