Model Year | 2023 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Arteon | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5350 295 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.9 in | 105.1 in | 6.8 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 186.2 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 68.1 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.1 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3929 lb. | 3435 lb. | 494 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 39.5 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 54.4 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 51.0 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 44.1 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.7 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.5 in | 52.6 in | -6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 33.9 in | 6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.2 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.2 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon.
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |