Subaru Legacy (2021) vs. Subaru Forester (2008) Specs

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2021 Subaru Legacy and 2008 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2021	2008
Model	Subaru Legacy	Subaru Forester
Engine	turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.3 in	99.4 in	8.9 in
Length	190.6 in	176.6 in	14 in
Width	72.4 in	68.3 in	4.1 in
Height	59.1 in	65.0 in	-5.9 in
Curb Weight	3779 lb.	3350 lb.	429 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.8 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.1 in	53.5 in	4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.6 in	-51.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.8 in	43.6 in	-0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.2 in	39.7 in	-2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.4 in	53.6 in	3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	51.6 in	-51.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.5 in	33.7 in	5.8 in
Total Legroom	82.3 in (over 2 rows)	77.3 in (over 2 rows)	5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.1 ft³	32.0 ft³	-16.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.1 ft³	57.7 ft³	-42.6 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Subaru Legacy

2021 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2021	4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment. --- Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective. --- The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them. --- The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle. --- see full Subaru Legacy review

2021 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2021	4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Subaru Legacy review

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

2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009	4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review

2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review

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