Model Year | 2017 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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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 | 108.3 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 184.0 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.8 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3810 lb. | 3929 lb. | -119 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.7 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.7 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 55.8 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 53.0 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 36.4 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 14.7 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 |
2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |