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2008 Ford Fusion and 2012 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Ford Fusion | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 221 hp@6250 205 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 107.9 in | -0.5 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 188.2 in | 2 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 71.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 65.7 in | -8.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3430 lb. | 3597 lb. | -167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 56.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.0 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 80.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 71.3 ft3 | -55.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Fusion
| 2008 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room. 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of leg room for tall people see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of leg room and good seats. see full Ford Fusion review |
| 2008 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 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 |
| 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 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Outback
| 2012 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
0 see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review |
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