GMC Terrain (2012) vs. Subaru Outback (2012) Specs

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2012 GMC Terrain and 2012 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2012	2012
Model	GMC Terrain	Subaru Outback
Engine	3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6950 222 lb-ft@5100	3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.5 in	107.9 in	4.6 in
Length	185.3 in	188.2 in	-2.9 in
Width	72.8 in	71.7 in	1.1 in
Height	66.3 in	65.7 in	0.6 in
Curb Weight	4188 lb.	3597 lb.	591 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.8 gal.	18.5 gal.	0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	40.8 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.7 in	56.3 in	-0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.1 in	0.0 in	55.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	43.0 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.2 in	39.3 in	-0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	56.1 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.3 in	0.0 in	51.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.9 in	37.8 in	2.1 in
Total Legroom	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	80.8 in (over 2 rows)	0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	31.6 ft³	34.3 ft³	-2.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	63.9 ft³	71.3 ft³	-7.4 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 GMC Terrain

2012 GMC Terrain Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	The GMC Terrain's long wheelbase also pays off with noticeably more rear seat leg room than in competitors. In fact, there's a little more combined legroom in the first two rows than in the far larger Yukon XL, and a few more inches than in the larger Acadia. Sound like enough space to fit a third row? Perhaps, but GM opted not to offer one. The Terrain is thoroughly compact in width. The larger GMCs remain much better options for transporting three adults in the back seat. They're also better for carrying cargo. The Terrain's cargo floor is long, but its also high and narrow, and the second-row seats don't fold flat. see full GMC Terrain review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 GMC Terrain

2012 GMC Terrain Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Plenty of room. see full GMC Terrain review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Plenty of leg room for all in the back seat. Very spacious. see full GMC Terrain review
2011	4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The cloth power seat are very comfortable. see full GMC Terrain review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Outback

2012 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	0 see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review
2012	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review
2011	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review
2011	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review

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