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Subaru Outback (2007) vs. Mazda CX-7 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Subaru Outback and 2008 Mazda CX-7 specs.

2007 Subaru Outback and 2008 Mazda CX-7 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Subaru Outback Mazda CX-7  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 108.3 in -3.2 in
Length 188.7 in 184.0 in 4.7 in
Width 69.7 in 73.7 in -4 in
Height 63.2 in 64.8 in -1.6 in
Curb Weight 3605 lb. 3929 lb. -324 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 18.2 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 39.7 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 58.0 in -3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.0 in 54.8 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 41.7 in 2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.1 in 39.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 55.8 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.6 in 53.0 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 36.4 in -2.5 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -0.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 33.5 ft3 29.9 ft3 3.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.2 ft3 58.6 ft3 7.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Subaru Outback

2007 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
2006 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review
2006 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda CX-7

2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review
2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 
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