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Mazda CX-7 (2012) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Subaru Outback specs.

2012 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Mazda CX-7 Subaru Outback  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 105.1 in 3.2 in
Length 184.3 in 188.7 in -4.4 in
Width 73.7 in 69.7 in 4 in
Height 64.8 in 63.2 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 3787 lb. 3605 lb. 182 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 16.9 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 40.5 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.0 in 54.4 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.8 in 51.0 in 3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 44.1 in -2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 39.1 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.8 in 53.7 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 52.6 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.4 in 33.9 in 2.5 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.9 ft3 33.5 ft3 -3.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.6 ft3 66.2 ft3 -7.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-7

2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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