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2016 Subaru Outback and 2008 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 106.4 in | 1.7 in |
| Length | 189.6 in | 174.3 in | 15.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 69.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 52.8 in | 13.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3593 lb. | 3045 lb. | 548 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.2 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.8 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 54.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 48.1 in | 6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 32.2 in | 5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru Outback
| 2016 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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