Audi Q7 (2017) vs. Subaru Outback (2009) Specs

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2017 Audi Q7 and 2009 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2017	2009
Model	Audi Q7	Subaru Outback
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	105.1 in	12.8 in
Length	199.6 in	188.7 in	10.9 in
Width	77.5 in	69.7 in	7.8 in
Height	68.5 in	63.2 in	5.3 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3605 lb.	1333 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	16.9 gal.	5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.5 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	54.4 in	5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.0 in	-51 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	44.1 in	-2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	39.1 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	53.7 in	4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	33.9 in	4.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	0.0 in	35.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	0.0 in	49.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	0.0 in	29.2 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	31.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	33.5 ft³	-18.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	33.5	4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	66.2 ft³	5.4 ft³

2017 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi Q7.

2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review

2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review
2010	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review

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