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2012 Subaru Forester and 2007 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 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 | 2,616 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,559 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,674 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 85 L | -21 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,407 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 937 mm | 28 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 385 L | 564 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 1,243 L | 32.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,934 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 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 |
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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