Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 118.9 in | -10.8 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 203.7 in | -14.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 78.5 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 69.9 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3810 lb. | 4844 lb. | -1034 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 61.5 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 58.0 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.3 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 61.0 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 57.8 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.8 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.5 | 70.3 ft3 | -34.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -43 ft3 |
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |