Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@5000 442 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 117.8 in | -13.5 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 202.2 in | -21.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 76.7 in | -6 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 57.5 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3386 lb. | 4508 lb. | -1122 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.1 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.4 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 57.8 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.7 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -1.2 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 |
2014 Audi A8 / S8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The A8's seats can be adjusted just about every way its possible to adjust a seat. While they do provide proper support, they're firm and don't mold themselves to the human form, at least not mine. They are very good seats, but those in the Jaguar are better and those in the BMW are best of all, both more supportive and more luxurious. see full Audi A8 / S8 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Audi A8 / S8.