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Subaru Outback (2016) vs. Honda Fit (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Subaru Outback and 2008 Honda Fit specs.

2016 Subaru Outback and 2008 Honda Fit Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model Subaru Outback Honda Fit  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.1 in 96.5 in 11.6 in
Length 189.6 in 157.4 in 32.2 in
Width 72.4 in 66.2 in 6.2 in
Height 66.1 in 60.0 in 6.1 in
Curb Weight 3593 lb. 2432 lb. 1161 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 10.8 gal. 7.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 40.6 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 52.8 in 5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 51.2 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 41.9 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 38.6 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.3 in 50.6 in 6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 51.0 in 4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 33.7 in 4.4 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 75.6 in (over 2 rows) 5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.5 ft3 21.3 ft3 14.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.3 ft3 41.9 ft3 31.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Outback

2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Through the 2009 model year, the Outback (and the related Legacy sedan) had a tight back seat. Though marketed as a midsize car, it was actually a compact. The 2010 redesign dramatically expanded the Outback's interior, especially in the back seat. The 2015 redesign added another inch of shoulder room, such that the Outback (and Legacy) are now not only truly midsize, but rank among the roomiest midsize cars. Rear air vents are offered--in Outbacks with leather. So the tested car lacked them. Some compact crossovers, including the Cherokee, are about as roomy, but they achieve their specs through a more upright seating position. People in the back seat are closer to the front seats, so they don't feel like they have as much room even though they have just as much space for their legs. But they get rear air vents even in the lower trim levels. see full Subaru Outback review
2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The front seats have an unusually high bulge just below my shoulder blades. This feels more odd than uncomfortable, at least to me. The driver's lumbar adjusts, but this affects the area below said bulge. Partly depending on your height your experience might vary. These seats also provide very little lateral support, which admittedly isn't much of an issue given the non-sporting character (and non-sporting tires) of the Outback. I had no such qualms with the armrest on the door. It's wide and cushy. In the front seats' favor, for 2015 Subaru has added fore-aft adjustability to the headrests, a rarity in recent moderately priced cars. The Jeep's cloth seats are too squishy, but they're more form-fittting than the Subaru's, and I find them more comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Outback

2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Honda Fit

2008 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Enough head room for a tall person in front seats. On the Civic, my head was bumping against the visor. However on the FIT the seat height is *not* adjustable, on the Civic it is. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very roomy and comfortable. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
more than double the amount of cargo space than the yaris or scion,and an amazing amount of leg and head room for back seat passengers-even adults! see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The seats are just more comfortable. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Firm, high position, good back support, quality finish. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Works for me, this is personal see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Roomier than I thought for a subcompacy see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Two large adults fit well see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
so spacious,i like the compartement in the dashboard,in front of the transmission lever. see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
so spacious.indeed. see full Honda Fit review
2008 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Very good for size of car, but narrow - three across is a squeeze. see full Honda Fit review
2009 4dr Hatch 117-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
There's barely any space in the back for a child. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Zero lumbar support results in a sore back on longer trips. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Small. Ok for 2 kids but not adequate for 3. (or at least my 3...) see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Smaller than the Scion xB. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
No seat height adjustment makes my bad back scream on longer drives. No lumbar support. see full Honda Fit review
2008 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The seats are reasonably comfortable but there is insufficient lumbar support. If you are middle-aged or older and have lower back trouble you may be uncomfortable on drives over 1-2 hours. There is no height adjustment for the drivers seat. see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Driver armrest is uncomfortable. lack of an inside arm rest see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plain and simply uncomfortable see full Honda Fit review
2007 4dr Hatch 109-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too small for passengers see full Honda Fit review
 
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