Mini Clubman (2009) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2009 Mini Clubman and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Mini Clubman	Subaru Outback
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	3dr Wagon	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	100.3 in	105.1 in	-4.8 in
Length	155.0 in	188.7 in	-33.7 in
Width	66.3 in	69.7 in	-3.4 in
Height	56.1 in	63.2 in	-7.1 in
Curb Weight	2845 lb.	3605 lb.	-760 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	16.9 gal.	-3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	40.5 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.3 in	54.4 in	-4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.0 in	-51 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	44.1 in	-2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.1 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	45.9 in	53.7 in	-7.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.3 in	33.9 in	-1.6 in
Total Legroom	73.7 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	-4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.2 ft³	33.5 ft³	-24.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	32.8 ft³	66.2 ft³	-33.4 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mini Clubman.

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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