

Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Acura RDX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 273 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 105.7 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 183.5 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 73.7 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 66.1 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 3838 lb. | -403 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.6 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.7 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.0 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.2 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.8 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.3 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 | -49.9 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Acura RDX.