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Subaru Forester (2007) vs. Ford Explorer (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Subaru Forester and 2008 Ford Explorer specs.

2007 Subaru Forester and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Subaru Forester Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 99.4 in 113.7 in -14.3 in
Length 176.6 in 193.4 in -16.8 in
Width 68.3 in 73.7 in -5.4 in
Height 65.0 in 72.8 in -7.8 in
Curb Weight 3350 lb. 4706 lb. -1356 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 22.5 gal. -6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 39.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.5 in 59.0 in -5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.6 in 55.4 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 42.4 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 38.7 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 58.9 in -5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.6 in 55.5 in -3.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.7 in 36.9 in -3.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.4 in -37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.1 in -53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 45.3 in -45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 34.9 in -34.9 in
Total Legroom 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 114.2 in (over 3 rows) -36.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.0 ft3 13.6 ft3 18.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 32.0 43.9 ft3 -11.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 57.7 ft3 83.7 ft3 -26 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Subaru Forester

2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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