Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) vs. Suzuki XL7 (2008) Specs

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2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2008 Suzuki XL7 Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport	Suzuki XL7
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.1 in	112.4 in	-9.3 in
Length	173.8 in	197.2 in	-23.4 in
Width	68.5 in	72.2 in	-3.7 in
Height	58.5 in	68.9 in	-10.4 in
Curb Weight	3075 lb.	3886 lb.	-811 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.9 gal.	18.6 gal.	-1.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	41.3 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	55.6 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	52.2 in	-52.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	41.2 in	2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	40.0 in	-2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	55.3 in	-2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.1 in	-53.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.5 in	38.8 in	-5.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.8 in	-38.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	50.0 in	-50 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	38.2 in	-38.2 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	30.9 in	-30.9 in
Total Legroom	77 in (over 2 rows)	110.9 in (over 3 rows)	-33.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.0 ft³	16.2 ft³	2.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	19.0	38.1 ft³	-19.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	44.4 ft³	54.3 ft³	-9.9 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 Suzuki XL7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I like being able to seat 7 people, which we have done several times. To be fair the 3rd row seats are best for children or small adults but the way the second row can be folded makes access easier. The front & second row seats have lots of legroom. see full Suzuki XL7 review
2007	4dr SUV 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The seats are fully adjustable which I appreciate a lot on a long drive. I tend to stiffen up in a less adjustable seat but the XL7 allows me to readjust enough to really help. Plenty of headroom and comfort. see full Suzuki XL7 review

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