

Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 113.7 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 193.4 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 72.8 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3810 lb. | 4706 lb. | -896 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 58.9 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 55.5 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.9 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.5 | 43.9 ft3 | -8.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 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 |