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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Buick LaCrosse (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Subaru Forester and 2008 Buick LaCrosse specs.

2012 Subaru Forester and 2008 Buick LaCrosse Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Subaru Forester Buick LaCrosse  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 110.5 in -7.5 in
Length 179.5 in 198.1 in -18.6 in
Width 70.1 in 73.0 in -2.9 in
Height 65.9 in 57.4 in 8.5 in
Curb Weight 3250 lb. 3495 lb. -245 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 17.5 gal. -0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.6 in 39.4 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 57.2 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.3 in -55.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 42.3 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 37.2 in 2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.6 in 57.0 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.6 in -54.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 37.6 in 0.4 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 16.0 ft3 17.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.3 ft3 16.0 ft3 52.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester

2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Buick LaCrosse

2008 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review
 
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