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2008 Subaru Legacy and 2011 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Subaru Legacy | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 109.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Length | 186.2 in | 188.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Width | 68.1 in | 75.2 in | -7.1 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 68.1 in | -12 in |
| Curb Weight | 3435 lb. | 4266 lb. | -831 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 59.7 in | -5.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 56.7 in | -5.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 43.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 40.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 59.5 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.5 in | -3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 38.3 in | -4.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.4 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 11.4 | 42.3 ft3 | -30.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -84 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Legacy
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Highlander
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
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