Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 121.1 in | -16 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 200.6 in | -14.4 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 76.0 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 72.4 in | -16.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 5434 lb. | -1999 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.3 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 40.3 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.6 in | -4.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.9 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 39.5 in | -5.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -36 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -32.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -71.9 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 |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |