Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Lincoln MKZ | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6000 300 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 270 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.2 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 175.4 in | 194.1 in | -18.7 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 73.4 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 58.2 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 3829 lb. | -478 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 37.9 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.7 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.1 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.8 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 36.6 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 55.3 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 53.8 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in | 37.0 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -4.4 ft3 |
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2013 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
2013 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Ford Fusion. In the Lincoln MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review |
2013 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review |