| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Ford Flex | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 117.9 in | -18.5 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 202.3 in | -26.9 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 75.9 in | -9.2 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 67.6 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3071 lb. | 4500 lb. | -1429 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 41.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 58.4 in | -5.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 40.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 40.5 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 57.1 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 55.0 in | -3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 44.3 in | -10.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -41.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.9 | 45.0 ft3 | -17.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.6 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -25.1 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 |
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |