Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Mustang | Subaru Outback | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 105.1 in | 2 in |
Length | 188.5 in | 188.7 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 69.7 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 63.2 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3630 lb. | 3330 lb. | 300 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 54.4 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 51.0 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 44.1 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.1 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 45.0 in | 53.7 in | -8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 45.2 in | 52.6 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 29.8 in | 33.9 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 72.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -5.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.6 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -23.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.6 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -56.6 ft3 |
2014 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 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang 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 |