| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Expedition.