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Subaru Legacy (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Subaru Legacy and 2017 Ford Explorer specs.

2008 Subaru Legacy and 2017 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2017  
Model Subaru Legacy Ford Explorer  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,670 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,729 mm 5,037 mm -1 mm
Width 1,730 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,425 mm 1,778 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,558 kg 2,218 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 70 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,003 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,382 mm 1,562 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,295 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,120 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 927 mm 1,031 mm 926 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,364 mm 1,549 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,336 mm 1,443 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 861 mm 1,003 mm 860 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,290 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,034 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 846 mm -846 mm
Total Legroom 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 323 L 595 L -272 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 11.4 1,243 L 10.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 11.4 2,313 L 9.4

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Legacy

2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review
 

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