Subaru Outback (2013) vs. Subaru Forester (2006) Specs

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2013 Subaru Outback and 2006 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2013	2006
Model	Subaru Outback	Subaru Forester
Engine	3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.9 in	99.4 in	8.5 in
Length	189.0 in	176.6 in	12.4 in
Width	71.7 in	68.3 in	3.4 in
Height	65.7 in	65.0 in	0.7 in
Curb Weight	3613 lb.	3350 lb.	263 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.8 in	39.8 in	1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	53.5 in	2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.6 in	-51.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	43.6 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.3 in	39.7 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.1 in	53.6 in	2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	51.6 in	-51.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.8 in	33.7 in	4.1 in
Total Legroom	80.8 in (over 2 rows)	77.3 in (over 2 rows)	3.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.3 ft³	32.0 ft³	2.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.3 ft³	57.7 ft³	13.6 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Subaru Outback

2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	The front seats are very comfy, and the seat heaters are powerful and warm up quickly. We compared the car to a 2014 Forrester, and we think the OB seats are more comfy-- they have more thigh support. see full Subaru Outback review
2014	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	The rear seats are much more comfy than in the old Outback. They took a couple of inches out of the cargo area to give the rear seat more room. The reclining seatback for the rear seats is a nice comfort as well. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	0 see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review

2013 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Minor complaint-- like every other Japanese car I've ever owned, this one also doesn't seem to understand that feet get cold. The heater is great- it provides lots of heat, and quickly. But when you you set it to floor, the hot air hits you in the lower calf, and then rises. The heat never makes it to your feet! see full Subaru Outback review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Forester

2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2005	4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	There is leg room. The seat is adjustable enough. see full Subaru Forester review

2006 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006	4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006	4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
2005	4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	Rear seat is just too small, but that has been fixed for the 2009 models. The front seat, actually the cabin of the car is just a bit too narrow. It needs more elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005	4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	Not enough elbow room. see full Subaru Forester review
2005	4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD	Rear seat room is a bit tight for larger people. Car seats are a little tight in both rear and forward facing positions. see full Subaru Forester review

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