Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Honda Civic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 176.7 in | 4.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 69.0 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 56.5 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3624 lb. | 2912 lb. | 712 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 53.7 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 51.9 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.2 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.4 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.4 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.0 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.6 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 62.7 ft3 |
2017 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 |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2010 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |