Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000 |
6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 109.5 in | -6.4 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 186.6 in | -12.8 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 73.3 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 67.7 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3175 lb. | 4788 lb. | -1613 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.1 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.7 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 58.5 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.6 in | -60.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.5 in | -2 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.4 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |