Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Lexus RX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
|
Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 186.2 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.6 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 66.1 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3624 lb. | 4090 lb. | -466 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.6 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.5 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.1 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.1 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.4 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -10 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 |
2009 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |