| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Freestyle | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 99.4 in | 13.5 in |
| Length | 200.1 in | 176.6 in | 23.5 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 68.3 in | 6.6 in |
| Height | 68.3 in | 65.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3959 lb. | 3165 lb. | 794 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.5 in | 5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 51.6 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 53.6 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.8 in | 51.6 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 33.7 in | 6.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.9 in | 0.0 in | 45.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77.3 in (over 2 rows) | 37.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.8 ft3 | 32.0 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.9 ft3 | 32.0 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.1 ft3 | 57.7 ft3 | 28.4 ft3 |
| 2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
3 row seating for kids see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |
| 2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review |