Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.9 in | -3 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 184.6 in | -3.7 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.9 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 67.9 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3653 lb. | 3649 lb. | 4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.0 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 57.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.1 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 40.7 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.0 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 54.9 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.4 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -26.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 23.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 39.7 ft3 | -5.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |