Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Jeep Commander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
4.7L V8 OHC-2v 305 hp@5000 334 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 109.5 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 188.5 in | 0.2 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 74.8 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 71.9 in | -13.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 5047 lb. | -1557 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 42.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.0 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.6 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.7 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.5 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.0 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 36.1 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.7 in | -35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.9 in | -28.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 6.0 ft3 | 27.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.5 | 36.4 ft3 | -2.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 68.7 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 2008 Jeep Commander.