Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 105.1 in | 0 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 188.7 in | -6 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 63.2 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3637 lb. | 3605 lb. | 32 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 40.5 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 54.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 51.0 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 44.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.1 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 53.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 52.6 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 33.9 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.8 in | 0.0 in | 49.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.1 in | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.7 in | 0.0 in | 27.7 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 28.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 ft3 | 33.5 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.6 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 |