Ford Mustang (2016) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) Specs

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2016 Ford Mustang and 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2016	2009
Model	Ford Mustang	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	2dr Coupe	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.1 in	103.1 in	4 in
Length	188.3 in	180.3 in	8 in
Width	75.4 in	68.5 in	6.9 in
Height	54.4 in	58.1 in	-3.7 in
Curb Weight	3526 lb.	3075 lb.	451 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.0 gal.	16.9 gal.	-0.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.6 in	40.3 in	-2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	54.8 in	1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.9 in	0.0 in	54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	43.5 in	-1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	34.8 in	37.6 in	-2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.2 in	53.2 in	-1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	47.4 in	0.0 in	47.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.6 in	33.5 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	72.6 in (over 2 rows)	77 in (over 2 rows)	-4.4 in
Cargo Volume	13.5 ft³	11.3 ft³	2.2 ft³

2016 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review

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2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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