

Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Ford Explorer | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 113.7 in | -9.4 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 193.4 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 73.7 in | -3 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 72.8 in | -14.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 4440 lb. | -1173 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.0 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 55.4 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 42.4 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 58.9 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.5 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.9 in | -1.5 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 | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 43.9 ft3 | -31.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -71.7 ft3 |
2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |