Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Subaru Outback (2006) Specs

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2018 Subaru Forester and 2006 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2018	2006
Model	Subaru Forester	Subaru Outback
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	105.1 in	-1.2 in
Length	180.9 in	188.7 in	-7.8 in
Width	70.7 in	69.7 in	1 in
Height	66.4 in	63.2 in	3.2 in
Curb Weight	3653 lb.	3565 lb.	88 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	40.5 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	54.4 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	51.0 in	2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	44.1 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	39.1 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	53.7 in	2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.0 in	52.6 in	0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	33.9 in	4.1 in
Total Legroom	81 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.4 ft³	33.5 ft³	0.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	74.7 ft³	66.2 ft³	8.5 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
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 2006 Subaru Outback

2006 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2006	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review
2006	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The Outback is much smaller (but not cheaper) than the XC70. see full Subaru Outback review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very tight and narrow rear seat room. feels much bumpier in the rear seat than the front seat. see full Subaru Outback review

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