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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year 2018 2009  
Model Subaru Forester Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 103.1 in 0.8 in
Length 180.9 in 173.8 in 7.1 in
Width 70.7 in 68.5 in 2.2 in
Height 66.4 in 58.5 in 7.9 in
Curb Weight 3322 lb. 3075 lb. 247 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 16.9 gal. -1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 40.3 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 54.8 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 43.5 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 37.6 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 53.2 in 3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 0.0 in 53 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 33.5 in 4.5 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) 4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 19.0 ft3 15.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.7 ft3 44.4 ft3 30.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
 
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