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Ford Mustang (2006) vs. Subaru Forester (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Ford Mustang and 2008 Subaru Forester specs.

2006 Ford Mustang and 2008 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Ford Mustang Subaru Forester  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-2v
300 hp@5750
320 lb-ft@4500
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 99.4 in 7.7 in
Length 187.6 in 176.6 in 11 in
Width 73.9 in 68.3 in 5.6 in
Height 55.4 in 65.0 in -9.6 in
Curb Weight 3525 lb. 3350 lb. 175 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 39.8 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.4 in 53.5 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.6 in 51.6 in 2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.7 in 43.6 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 34.7 in 39.7 in -5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.4 in 53.6 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.8 in 51.6 in -4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.3 in 33.7 in -3.4 in
Total Legroom 73 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) -4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 32.0 ft3 -18.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.1 ft3 57.7 ft3 -44.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Mustang

2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed automatic RWD
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual RWD
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual RWD
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed manual RWD
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed manual RWD
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed automatic RWD
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review
2005 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8
5-speed automatic RWD
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Forester

2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
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
2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. 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
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
 
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