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2018 Subaru Forester and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
| 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 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| 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. | 3605 lb. | 48 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 |
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 2008 Subaru Outback
| 2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage 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 |
| 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 |
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