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2011 Subaru Forester and 2009 Acura TL Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Acura TL | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 305 hp@6200 273 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 109.3 in | -6.3 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 195.3 in | -15.8 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.0 in | -3.9 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 57.2 in | 8.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 3971 lb. | -531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 38.4 in | 3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.1 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.5 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 36.7 in | 3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 56.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 55.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Subaru Forester
| 2011 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Acura TL
| 2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review |
| 2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Small for adults see full Acura TL review |
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