| Model Year | 2022 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Ascent | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 113.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Length | 196.8 in | 193.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 73.7 in | 2.3 in |
| Height | 71.6 in | 72.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4430 lb. | 4706 lb. | -276 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.8 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 59.0 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.3 in | 58.9 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 37.4 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.2 in | 53.1 in | 4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 34.9 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 2.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Subaru Ascent.
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |