Toyota 4Runner (2014) vs. Subaru Forester (2016) Specs

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2014 Toyota 4Runner and 2016 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year	2014	2016
Model	Toyota 4Runner	Subaru Forester
Engine	4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.8 in	103.9 in	5.9 in
Length	190.2 in	180.9 in	9.3 in
Width	75.8 in	70.7 in	5.1 in
Height	71.5 in	66.4 in	5.1 in
Curb Weight	4400 lb.	3624 lb.	776 lb.
Fuel Capacity	23.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	7.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	41.4 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.8 in	57.0 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.5 in	0.0 in	56.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	43.0 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.6 in	39.8 in	-1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.8 in	56.5 in	1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.7 in	0.0 in	55.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.9 in	38.0 in	-5.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	34.3 in	0.0 in	34.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	57.7 in	0.0 in	57.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3	43.3 in	0.0 in	43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.3 in	0.0 in	29.3 in
Total Legroom	103.9 in (over 3 rows)	81 in (over 2 rows)	22.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.0 ft³	34.4 ft³	-25.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	46.3 ft³	34.4	11.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	88.8 ft³	74.7 ft³	14.1 ft³

2014 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Both the Toyota and Jeep have roomy second-row seats that are high enough off the floor to provide thigh support for adults. Only the Toyota offers an optional third row seat, but it's too tight to be of much use. If you want a useful third row in this sort of vehicle, check out the Dodge Durango. The Durango is essentially an extended, less off-road-capable Grand Cherokee. Its third-row seat is about as comfortable as you'll find in this size SUV or crossover. see full Toyota 4Runner review

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2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2015	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD	I'm 6'3" and often don't fit comfortable in vehicles. I found this had a very nice amount of front seat room. The center console tends to stay out of the way as well, some newer designs have the center stack moving into where my right knee would be. It's a very noticeable improvement over my previous 2009 Escape. I actually found the Forester more comfortable for me than the Outback. I was expecting the opposite. see full Subaru Forester review
2015	4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 CVT AWD	After looking at Explorer's, I was surprised how much more room the Forester had in the back seat. Granted it doesn't have a third row, but if you don't need a 3rd row, the Forester is hard to beat in this segment for rear seat room. We can put a forward facing child seat in the back, move the front seat up a about 2 inches from all the way back and there's still plenty of front passenger room and my 1.5 year old son can't kick the back of the seat. see full Subaru Forester review

2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

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