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Jeep Grand Cherokee (2012) vs. Subaru Outback (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Subaru Outback specs.

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2012 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Jeep Grand Cherokee Subaru Outback  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.8 in 107.9 in 6.9 in
Length 189.8 in 188.2 in 1.6 in
Width 76.3 in 71.7 in 4.6 in
Height 69.4 in 65.7 in 3.7 in
Curb Weight 4470 lb. 3389 lb. 1081 lb.
Fuel Capacity 24.6 gal. 18.5 gal. 6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.8 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.6 in 56.3 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.0 in 0.0 in 57 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.3 in 43.0 in -2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 39.3 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.0 in 56.1 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 0.0 in 56.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.6 in 37.8 in 0.8 in
Total Legroom 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 80.8 in (over 2 rows) -1.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 36.3 ft3 34.3 ft3 2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 68.3 ft3 71.3 ft3 -3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 You can buy a BMW X5 or Porsche Cayenne with tame front seats, but not the Grand Cherokee SRT8. In the Jeep, SRT's signature buckets are standard. Large, firm bolsters provide excellent lateral support even to those of us with slender builds. Yet they're also comfortable, with enough padding to avoid park bench references. The four-way adjustable lumbar didn't do much for my back, but your experience may vary. Moving to the back seat, the Grand Cherokee's growth adds a couple of badly needed inches to legroom. With this improvement the Grand Cherokee only matches other similarly sized SUVs, so it's not a reason to buy. But rear seat legroom is no longer a reason not to buy, so it bears mentioning. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2011 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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