

Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 113.7 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 193.4 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in | -3 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 72.8 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3653 lb. | 4706 lb. | -1053 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.8 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 59.0 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.4 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.4 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.9 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.5 in | -2.5 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 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 43.9 ft3 | -9.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |
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 |