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2011 Subaru Forester and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
| 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 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 113.7 in | -10.7 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 193.4 in | -13.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 72.8 in | -6.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1266 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 58.9 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.9 in | 1.1 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 | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 19.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 43.9 ft3 | -10.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -15.4 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 2007 Ford Explorer
| 2007 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
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