Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5000 420 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 119.0 in | -13.9 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 206.5 in | -17.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 78.8 in | -9.1 in |
Height | 63.2 in | 77.2 in | -14 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 5781 lb. | -2176 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -11.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 63.2 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 59.3 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.1 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 63.7 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 59.9 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 39.1 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -39.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 55.0 ft3 | -21.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -42.1 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2015 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |