Mercedes-Benz GLB (2023) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2023	2008
Model	Mercedes-Benz GLB	Subaru Outback
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed automated manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	105.1 in	6.3 in
Length	182.4 in	188.7 in	-6.3 in
Width	72.2 in	69.7 in	2.5 in
Height	65.3 in	63.2 in	2.1 in
Curb Weight	3869 lb.	3605 lb.	264 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	40.5 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.9 in	54.4 in	1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.0 in	-51 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	44.1 in	-3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.3 in	39.1 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	53.7 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	33.9 in	4.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	34.8 in	0.0 in	34.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	43.8 in	0.0 in	43.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.1 in	0.0 in	29.1 in
Total Legroom	108.3 in (over 3 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	30.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	22.0 ft³	33.5 ft³	-11.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	62.0 ft³	66.2 ft³	-4.2 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.

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

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