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2012 Subaru Forester and 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Subaru Forester | Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.4 in | -9.4 in |
| Length | 179.5 in | 187.2 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 75.9 in | -5.8 in |
| Height | 65.9 in | 68.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 5300 lb. | -1860 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 38.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.3 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 57.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.6 in | 2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
| 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
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