Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 112.2 in | -7.1 in |
Length | 186.2 in | 192.3 in | -6.1 in |
Width | 68.1 in | 72.8 in | -4.7 in |
Height | 56.1 in | 72.0 in | -15.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 58.3 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.5 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 42.4 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.0 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 58.4 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.6 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 34.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.4 | 49.2 ft3 | -37.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -67.8 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 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |