Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Mitsubishi Outlander | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 224 hp@6250 215 lb-ft@3750 |
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 | 105.1 in | 105.1 in | 0 in |
Length | 183.3 in | 188.7 in | -5.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.7 in | 1.2 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 63.2 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 3605 lb. | -34 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.5 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 54.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 51.0 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 44.1 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.7 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 52.6 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 33.9 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.4 in | 0.0 in | 39.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.2 in | 0.0 in | 28.2 in |
Total Legroom | 106.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 28.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.2 ft3 | 33.5 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander.
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
This is a big one for me since I'm 6'6". The seat is very comfortable, even with my long legs. With it all the way back, I can fit in the rear seat as well. Also, heated seats are a wonderful thing. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
It seems to have as much room as my Chevy Suburban. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
More then enough room for my children and their car seats. Much more room compared to my VW Passat Wagon I traded in. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The driver's seat with its 10 way adjustments was rival to Volvo's orthopedic chair. The passenger seat, however was akin to something out of a Yaris & this was the main reason we did not buy this car. see full Subaru Outback review |
2009 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There are no adjustements for height, lumbar or tilt for the passenger in any of the available trim levels. We would have bought this car new from the dealer otherwise. see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
One complaint is the hard, short driver's seat. I use a gel cushion. I had after market leather installed. see full Subaru Outback review |
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 |