| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | BMW X5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
4.8L V8 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6200 369 lb-ft@3500 |
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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 | 111.0 in | -5.9 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 183.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 73.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 67.5 in | -11.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 5016 lb. | -1581 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.0 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 39.3 in | 4.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 38.5 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 57.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 35.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | -43 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 |
| 2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |