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Subaru Legacy (2008) vs. Kia Sorento (2023) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Subaru Legacy and 2023 Kia Sorento specs.

2008 Subaru Legacy and 2023 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2008 2023  
Model Subaru Legacy Kia Sorento  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
281 hp@5800
311 lb-ft@1700
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 110.8 in -5.7 in
Length 186.2 in 189.0 in -2.8 in
Width 68.1 in 74.8 in -6.7 in
Height 56.1 in 66.7 in -10.6 in
Curb Weight 3435 lb. 3931 lb. -496 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 17.7 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.5 in 40.3 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 59.0 in -4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.0 in 55.5 in -4.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 41.4 in 2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.5 in 39.1 in -2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 58.0 in -4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.6 in 55.0 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 41.7 in -7.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.8 in -36.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.0 in -53 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.5 in -42.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.6 in -29.6 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 112.7 in (over 3 rows) -34.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 11.4 ft3 12.6 ft3 -1.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 11.4 45.0 ft3 -33.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 11.4 ft3 75.5 ft3 -64.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Legacy

2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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