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Subaru Outback (2016) vs. Toyota RAV4 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2010 Toyota RAV4 specs.

2016 Subaru Outback and 2010 Toyota RAV4 Specifications

Model Year 2016 2010  
Model Subaru Outback Toyota RAV4  
Engine 3.6L H6
DOHC-4v
256 hp@6000
247 lb-ft@4400
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.1 in 104.7 in 3.4 in
Length 189.6 in 181.1 in 8.5 in
Width 72.4 in 71.5 in 0.9 in
Height 66.1 in 66.3 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3810 lb. 3680 lb. 130 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 40.8 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 57.1 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 53.8 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.8 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 39.7 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.3 in 55.3 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 52.4 in 2.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 38.3 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.6 in -52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 43.3 in -43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 30.0 in -30 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 110.1 in (over 3 rows) -29.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.5 ft3 12.3 ft3 23.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 35.5 37.2 ft3 -1.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.3 ft3 73.0 ft3 0.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Outback

2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Through the 2009 model year, the Outback (and the related Legacy sedan) had a tight back seat. Though marketed as a midsize car, it was actually a compact. The 2010 redesign dramatically expanded the Outback's interior, especially in the back seat. The 2015 redesign added another inch of shoulder room, such that the Outback (and Legacy) are now not only truly midsize, but rank among the roomiest midsize cars. Rear air vents are offered--in Outbacks with leather. So the tested car lacked them. Some compact crossovers, including the Cherokee, are about as roomy, but they achieve their specs through a more upright seating position. People in the back seat are closer to the front seats, so they don't feel like they have as much room even though they have just as much space for their legs. But they get rear air vents even in the lower trim levels. see full Subaru Outback review
2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The front seats have an unusually high bulge just below my shoulder blades. This feels more odd than uncomfortable, at least to me. The driver's lumbar adjusts, but this affects the area below said bulge. Partly depending on your height your experience might vary. These seats also provide very little lateral support, which admittedly isn't much of an issue given the non-sporting character (and non-sporting tires) of the Outback. I had no such qualms with the armrest on the door. It's wide and cushy. In the front seats' favor, for 2015 Subaru has added fore-aft adjustability to the headrests, a rarity in recent moderately priced cars. The Jeep's cloth seats are too squishy, but they're more form-fittting than the Subaru's, and I find them more comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Outback

2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
see full Subaru Outback review
2016 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
see full Subaru Outback review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota RAV4

2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review
2010 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review
2009 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review
 
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