Lincoln MKZ (2012) vs. Subaru Forester (2007) Specs

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2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2007 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2012	2007
Model	Lincoln MKZ	Subaru Forester
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4800	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.4 in	99.4 in	8 in
Length	190.6 in	176.6 in	14 in
Width	72.2 in	68.3 in	3.9 in
Height	56.9 in	65.0 in	-8.1 in
Curb Weight	3804 lb.	3350 lb.	454 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	39.8 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.4 in	53.5 in	3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.0 in	51.6 in	2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	43.6 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	39.7 in	-1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	53.6 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.3 in	51.6 in	1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.1 in	33.7 in	3.4 in
Total Legroom	79.4 in (over 2 rows)	77.3 in (over 2 rows)	2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	16.5 ft³	32.0 ft³	-15.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	16.5 ft³	57.7 ft³	-41.2 ft³

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Fusion. In the MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ 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

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