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Subaru Forester (2009) vs. Lexus GS (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Subaru Forester and 2013 Lexus GS specs.

2009 Subaru Forester and 2013 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
Model Subaru Forester Lexus GS  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
306 hp@6400
277 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.0 in 112.2 in -9.2 in
Length 179.5 in 190.7 in -11.2 in
Width 70.1 in 72.4 in -2.3 in
Height 65.9 in 57.3 in 8.6 in
Curb Weight 3440 lb. 3970 lb. -530 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 17.4 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.6 in 38.0 in 3.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 57.3 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.5 in -54.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 42.3 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.0 in 37.8 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.6 in 55.7 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.1 in -54.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 36.8 in 1.2 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.1 in (over 2 rows) 2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 14.3 ft3 19.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.3 ft3 14.3 ft3 54 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Forester

2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Lexus GS

2013 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review
 

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