Scion FR-S (2014) vs. Subaru Forester (2007) Specs

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2014 Scion FR-S and 2007 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2014	2007
Model	Scion FR-S	Subaru Forester
Engine	2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@6400	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.2 in	99.4 in	1.8 in
Length	166.7 in	176.6 in	-9.9 in
Width	69.9 in	68.3 in	1.6 in
Height	50.6 in	65.0 in	-14.4 in
Curb Weight	2806 lb.	3350 lb.	-544 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.1 in	39.8 in	-2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.5 in	53.5 in	1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.1 in	51.6 in	1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	43.6 in	-1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.0 in	39.7 in	-4.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	51.7 in	53.6 in	-1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	45.3 in	51.6 in	-6.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	29.9 in	33.7 in	-3.8 in
Total Legroom	71.8 in (over 2 rows)	77.3 in (over 2 rows)	-5.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	6.9 ft³	32.0 ft³	-25.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	6.9 ft³	57.7 ft³	-50.8 ft³

2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
2013	Unlike a Mazda Miata or Nissan 370Z, the FR-S has a rear seat. But even a driver of middling height will position the front seat just inches away from the rear seat, leaving too little room for a rear passenger's legs. It would help if there was enough space beneath the front seats for the rear passengers' feet, but there isn't. To even carry children in the back, occupants of the front seats must slide forward. The back seat will serve in a pinch, but the FR-S isn't viable for frequent use by four people. The late, lamented Mazda RX-8 was capable of carrying four adults thanks more intelligent packaging. see full Scion FR-S review

2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD	Although form-fitting, the seats are incredibly comfortable, even for the big and tall crowd. The car fits like a bespoke suit. The back seat is suitable only for toddlers. see full Scion FR-S review

2014 Scion FR-S Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD	Again, if your metric includes back seats, forget it. These are only here for insurance purposes. Seriously. see full Scion FR-S review
2013	2dr Coupe 200-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed manual RWD	If you are a larger person walk right by it, i'm only slightly above average (5-11, 190) and just wearing a coat can make for a tight fit. But if you do fit you can drive it for hours no problem. see full Scion FR-S 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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