Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Lexus GX | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,780 mm | 4,793 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,880 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,895 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,209 kg | 1,506 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 87 L | 64 L | 23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 861 mm | 74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 927 mm | 0 mm | 927 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,440 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,433 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 632 mm | 0 mm | 632 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,629 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 374 L | 949 L | -575 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,407 L | 33.5 | -32.5 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,195 L | 1,875 L | 1 L |
2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |
2006 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The Outback is much smaller (but not cheaper) than the XC70. see full Subaru Outback review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very tight and narrow rear seat room. feels much bumpier in the rear seat than the front seat. see full Subaru Outback review |