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Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) vs. Lexus IS (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2008 Lexus IS specs.

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2008 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Lexus IS  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
305 hp@6000
290 lb-ft@4400
5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 8-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.1 in 107.5 in -4.4 in
Length 180.3 in 180.1 in 0.2 in
Width 68.5 in 70.9 in -2.4 in
Height 58.1 in 56.1 in 2 in
Curb Weight 3395 lb. 3780 lb. -385 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 17.2 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.3 in 37.2 in 3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 54.4 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.1 in -54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.5 in 43.9 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.2 in 52.7 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.5 in 30.6 in 2.9 in
Total Legroom 77 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 2.5 in
Cargo Volume 11.3 ft3 13.0 ft3 -1.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport

2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus IS

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
 
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