Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2024) Specs

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2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2024 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year	2006	2024
Model	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport	Ford Explorer
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6000 300 lb-ft@4000	turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 415 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	6-speed manual	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	99.4 in	119.1 in	-19.7 in
Length	175.4 in	198.8 in	-23.4 in
Width	66.7 in	78.9 in	-12.2 in
Height	58.5 in	69.9 in	-11.4 in
Curb Weight	3406 lb.	4701 lb.	-1295 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	17.9 gal.	-2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.7 in	40.7 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	52.7 in	61.8 in	-9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.3 in	59.2 in	-5.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.9 in	42.3 in	0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.3 in	40.5 in	-3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.9 in	61.9 in	-9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.7 in	59.1 in	-7.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.7 in	39.0 in	-5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.9 in	-38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	54.6 in	-54.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	40.9 in	-40.9 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.2 in	-32.2 in
Total Legroom	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	113.5 in (over 3 rows)	-36.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	27.9 ft³	18.2 ft³	9.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	27.9	47.9 ft³	-20
Cargo Volume, Maximum	61.6 ft³	87.8 ft³	-26.2 ft³

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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