Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,793 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,605 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,635 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 85 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,295 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,120 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 983 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 937 mm | -76 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 385 L | 564 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 1,243 L | 32.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,875 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
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 |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |