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BMW Z4 (2008) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 BMW Z4 and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport specs.

2008 BMW Z4 and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model BMW Z4 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport  
Engine 3.2L I6
DOHC-4v
330 hp@7900
262 lb-ft@4900
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
305 hp@6000
290 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.2 in 103.1 in -4.9 in
Length 161.9 in 173.8 in -11.9 in
Width 70.1 in 68.5 in 1.6 in
Height 49.9 in 58.5 in -8.6 in
Curb Weight 3219 lb. 3395 lb. -176 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.9 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.3 in 40.3 in -3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.5 in 54.8 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 43.5 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.6 in -37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.2 in -53.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 33.5 in -33.5 in
Total Legroom 42 in (over 1 rows) 77 in (over 2 rows) -35 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.2 ft3 19.0 ft3 -9.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.2 ft3 44.4 ft3 -35.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW Z4

2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6
6-speed manual RWD
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review
2007 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
 
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