Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Jeep Wrangler | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 116.0 in | -10.9 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 184.4 in | 1.8 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 73.9 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 72.3 in | -16.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 4180 lb. | -930 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 41.3 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.8 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.6 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.0 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.3 in | -3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.8 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -35 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -70.6 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 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |