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2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
| Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6000 300 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 101.5 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 175.4 in | 165.4 in | 10 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 70.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 58.3 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3406 lb. | 3326 lb. | 80 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 54.7 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.2 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 52.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 35.5 in | -1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.6 ft3 | 46.0 ft3 | 15.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
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