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Subaru Legacy (2011) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2011 Subaru Legacy and 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Subaru Legacy Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine 3.6L H6
DOHC-4v
256 hp@6000
247 lb-ft@4400
5.0L V8
OHC-3v
302 hp@5600
339 lb-ft@2700
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 126.6 in -18.3 in
Length 186.4 in 203.0 in -16.6 in
Width 71.7 in 75.7 in -4 in
Height 59.3 in 65.4 in -6.1 in
Curb Weight 3600 lb. 4929 lb. -1329 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 25.1 gal. -6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.3 in 39.8 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 60.3 in -4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 39.8 in 3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 40.4 in -2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 59.6 in -3.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 36.2 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.2 in -37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 52.8 in -52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 80.8 in (over 2 rows) 108.4 in (over 3 rows) -27.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 14.7 ft3 15.3 ft3 -0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 14.7 42.2 ft3 -27.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 14.7 ft3 85.0 ft3 -70.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Subaru Legacy

2011 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Wide rear door openings make ingress & egress from back seat very easy. Commodious rear seat room. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can put adults back there, unlike the previous 2 WRXs. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Good sized back seat, could fit two adults very comfortably with plenty of legroom. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4
6-speed manual AWD
I can easily fit three our four six foot adults in the car comfortably. see full Subaru Legacy review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The STANDARD leather seating surfaces on the 2006 front seats - way better feel than artico leather. The adjustment range to get things just right and the head rest. Very cozy. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3 row seating see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
This has to be, by far, the roomiest Mercedes period. Back seat comfort, even in the third row, is unmatched. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2006 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seating for 6. Great for kids. Easy to get into. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
 
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