Lexus IS (2013) vs. Subaru Outback (2006) Specs

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2013 Lexus IS and 2006 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2013	2006
Model	Lexus IS	Subaru Outback
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	107.5 in	105.1 in	2.4 in
Length	180.1 in	186.2 in	-6.1 in
Width	70.9 in	69.7 in	1.2 in
Height	56.1 in	59.1 in	-3 in
Curb Weight	3455 lb.	3350 lb.	105 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.2 gal.	16.9 gal.	0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.2 in	37.6 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.4 in	54.4 in	0 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	51.0 in	3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	44.1 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.7 in	36.5 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.7 in	53.7 in	-1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.7 in	52.6 in	1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.6 in	33.9 in	-3.3 in
Total Legroom	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	-3.5 in
Cargo Volume	13.0 ft³	11.4 ft³	1.6 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Lexus IS

2013 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Following the Germans' lead, many car makers have been fitting firmer and firmer seats. Cadillac might have once been known for seats you could sink deep into, but those in the ATS are the opposite, with too little give and contours that are far from form-fitting. No fear, Lexus hasn't done the same with the IS. Even the more heavily bolstered seats that are part of the F Sport package lack hard points, which helps them provide a slop-free fit for a wide range of body types. (Oddly, you'll find seats similar to these in some Chrysler people haulers.) Personally, I wouldn't mind a little firmer support, but then I also prefer a firm mattress. Notably, the lumbar support in the Lexus IS is only two-way and the spread of the side bolsters is not adjustable. For four-way lumbar support and adjustable side bolsters (plus somewhat firmer support) you need to step up to the larger Lexus GS. see full Lexus IS review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Outback

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

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