Model Year | 2019 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 105.1 in | 1.1 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 188.7 in | -9.6 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 69.7 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 63.2 in | 2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3825 lb. | 3605 lb. | 220 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.5 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.4 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 51.0 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 44.1 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 53.7 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 52.6 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 33.9 in | 5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.9 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 59.6 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
2019 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
According to the official specs, the Mazda CX-5 offers about a half-inch more rear legroom than the RDX. In reality, though, the Acura has an extra inch or so. While neither is cramped, you'll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, or Toyota RAV4. If you'll be putting three people in back, the Acura does have the advantage of two additional inches of shoulder room. The RDX's additional width might not be good for handling agility, but it is very good for a rear center passenger. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Mazda CX-5.
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage 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 |
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 |