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2018 Subaru Forester and 2009 Ford Taurus Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5600 350 Nm@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,595 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,796 mm | 1,892 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,687 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,657 kg | 1,730 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 76 L | -16 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 1,049 mm | 964 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,098 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 974 L | 600 L | 374 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,115 L | 21.2 | -19.2 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Taurus
| 2009 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
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