Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet HHR | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5900 222 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 105.1 in | -1.6 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 188.7 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 69.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 63.2 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3353 lb. | 3535 lb. | -182 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.5 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 54.4 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 51.0 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 44.1 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 39.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 53.7 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.6 in | 52.6 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 33.9 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -9.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.1 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear seat room is relatively large. On long road trips when i am not driving, my back starts to hurt and i cant find a comfortable position to sit in. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Great seating position. Long drives are not a problem see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fits 4 people very nicely for long trips. Upright seating works well. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Extremly comfortable. You have to sit in it to understand. The leather seat is more comfortable than the cloth seat. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not much room for tall people in the back. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat is cramped. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |