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2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 503 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 114.7 in | -11.6 in |
| Length | 173.8 in | 188.5 in | -14.7 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 75.2 in | -6.7 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 69.8 in | -11.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 5093 lb. | -1698 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -8.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.9 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 59.8 in | -6.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 40.0 in | -6.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -10.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.4 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -28 ft3 |
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 | ||
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Can drive this vehicle all day long and not be tired. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seats with warmers are great see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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