Honda Civic (2016) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) Specs

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2016 Honda Civic and 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2016	2006
Model	Honda Civic	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	99.4 in	6.9 in
Length	182.3 in	175.4 in	6.9 in
Width	70.8 in	68.5 in	2.3 in
Height	55.7 in	56.7 in	-1 in
Curb Weight	2742 lb.	3016 lb.	-274 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.4 gal.	15.9 gal.	-3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.3 in	38.6 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	52.7 in	4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.7 in	53.3 in	0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	42.9 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	36.7 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.0 in	52.9 in	2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	47.3 in	51.9 in	-4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.4 in	33.0 in	4.4 in
Total Legroom	79.7 in (over 2 rows)	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	3.8 in
Cargo Volume	15.1 ft³	11.0 ft³	4.1 ft³

2016 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review

2016 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review

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2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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