Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 107.4 in | -2.3 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 190.6 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 63.2 in | 56.9 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3605 lb. | 3638 lb. | -33 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.7 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 57.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 54.0 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.3 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.3 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.1 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 49.7 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 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |