Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) vs. Mazda CX-7 (2008) Specs

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2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2008 Mazda CX-7 Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport	Mazda CX-7
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.1 in	108.3 in	-5.2 in
Length	173.8 in	184.0 in	-10.2 in
Width	68.5 in	73.7 in	-5.2 in
Height	58.5 in	64.8 in	-6.3 in
Curb Weight	3075 lb.	3710 lb.	-635 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.9 gal.	18.2 gal.	-1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.7 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	58.0 in	-3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.8 in	-54.8 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	55.8 in	-2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.0 in	-53 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.5 in	36.4 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	77 in (over 2 rows)	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	-1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.0 ft³	29.9 ft³	-10.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	44.4 ft³	58.6 ft³	-14.2 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

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review

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