| Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
| Model | Ford Fusion | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | CVT | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 105.1 in | 2.3 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 182.7 in | 7.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 71.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 67.5 in | -10.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3430 lb. | 3454 lb. | -24 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.3 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.4 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 74.2 ft3 | -58.4 ft3 |
| 2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Subaru Forester.