| Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | Ford Taurus X | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.9 in | -4.8 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 200.3 in | -10.4 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 74.9 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 67.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3893 lb. | 4204 lb. | -311 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 40.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 57.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.4 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 39.8 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 18.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.5 | 47.4 ft3 | -11.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Subaru Outback.
| 2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |