Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Jeep Wrangler | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 116.0 in | -10.9 in |
Length | 188.7 in | 184.4 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.9 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 63.2 in | 72.3 in | -9.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3330 lb. | 4180 lb. | -850 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.3 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 55.8 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.0 in | 55.6 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.0 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 40.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 56.8 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.9 in | 37.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -12.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.2 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -15.8 ft3 |
2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |