Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2009) vs. Volvo XC60 (2014) Specs

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2009 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2014 Volvo XC60 Specifications

Model Year	2009	2014
Model	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport	Volvo XC60
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.1 in	109.2 in	-6.1 in
Length	173.8 in	182.8 in	-9 in
Width	68.5 in	74.4 in	-5.9 in
Height	58.5 in	67.4 in	-8.9 in
Curb Weight	3175 lb.	4225 lb.	-1050 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.9 gal.	18.5 gal.	-1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.1 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	56.7 in	-1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	54.2 in	-54.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	41.2 in	2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	39.5 in	-1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	55.2 in	-2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.5 in	36.4 in	-2.9 in
Total Legroom	77 in (over 2 rows)	77.6 in (over 2 rows)	-0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	19.0 ft³	30.8 ft³	-11.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	44.4 ft³	67.4 ft³	-23 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

2014 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review

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