Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400 |
5.4L V8 OHC-3v 355 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 95.7 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 160.7 in | 19.6 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 70.4 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 51.0 in | 7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3395 lb. | 3420 lb. | -25 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.9 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.2 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.5 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | 33.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 42.5 in (over 1 rows) | 34.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.3 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 | 1.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.