Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru Legacy | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,729 mm | 4,351 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,730 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,425 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,474 kg | 1,215 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 50 L | 14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,295 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,120 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 1,011 mm | 926 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 861 mm | 922 mm | -61 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 323 L | 617 L | -294 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.4 | 1,506 L | 10.4 |
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 |
2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
a lot of place, even for tall people. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room in rear seats while both front seats are being used, enough room for 5 adults. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2006 Toyota Matrix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
very uncomfortable and not ergonomic at all. especially with child sits. see full Toyota Matrix review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Were flat and didnt grip you well see full Toyota Matrix review |