Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2016) vs. Subaru Outback (2009) Specs

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2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2009 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2016	2009
Model	Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban	Subaru Outback
Engine	5.3L V8 OHV-2v 355 hp@5600 383 lb-ft@4100	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	116.0 in	105.1 in	10.9 in
Length	204.0 in	188.7 in	15.3 in
Width	80.5 in	69.7 in	10.8 in
Height	74.4 in	63.2 in	11.2 in
Curb Weight	5466 lb.	3605 lb.	1861 lb.
Fuel Capacity	26.0 gal.	16.9 gal.	9.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	42.8 in	40.5 in	2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	64.8 in	54.4 in	10.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	60.8 in	51.0 in	9.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.3 in	44.1 in	1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	39.1 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	65.1 in	53.7 in	11.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	60.3 in	52.6 in	7.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.0 in	33.9 in	5.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.1 in	0.0 in	38.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	62.6 in	0.0 in	62.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	49.3 in	0.0 in	49.3 in
Legroom, Row 3	24.8 in	0.0 in	24.8 in
Total Legroom	109.1 in (over 3 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	31.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.3 ft³	33.5 ft³	-18.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	51.6 ft³	33.5	18.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	94.7 ft³	66.2 ft³	28.5 ft³

2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	Some (perhaps more than some) people are drawn to large SUVs because they like to feel like the king of the road when behind the wheel. Others need a lot of space while driving, or at least feel they do. Few vehicles have more front seat room than the new Tahoe. With an inch-and-a-half less shoulder room, the Ford's front-row dimensions aren't quite as generous, and its taller, shifter-festooned console is more intrusive. The front seats are comfortable in both. The Expedition's are a little wider and softer, and they're upholstered with especially rich hides in the King Ranch and Platinum (vs. the most recently tested and photographed Limited). Whether this is preferable is a matter of taste. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Both the Tahoe and Expedition have roomy, comfortable second-row seats, with a slight edge to the higher cushions in the Chevrolet. Bonus points to the Tahoe for automatic rear climate controls (they're manual in the Expedition). Move to the third-row seat, and you'll wonder why, despite redesigns for 2007 and 2015, General Motors has stubbornly refused to follow Ford's 2003 switch from a solid rear axle to an independent rear suspension. With a solid axle, the rear floor must be high to permit the rear differential to travel up and down when a wheel hits a bump. Consequently, the Tahoe's third row seat must be very thinly constructed and mounted very close to the floor. Even pre-teen children won't be comfortable in it. In sharp contrast, the Expedition's third-row seat is higher off the floor than its second-row seat, much less the ridiculously low third row in the Tahoe, and is--surprise--considerably more comfortable as a result. The Suburban's third-row seat is roomier than the Tahoe's but still far inferior to the Expedition's. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban.

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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