Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 114.8 in | -9.7 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 189.8 in | -3.6 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 76.3 in | -8.2 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 69.4 in | -13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.6 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 57.0 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.3 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.3 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.0 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.5 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.6 in | -4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 36.3 ft3 | -24.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -56.9 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 |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |