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Subaru Outback (2018) vs. Subaru Legacy (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Outback and 2008 Subaru Legacy specs.

2018 Subaru Outback and 2008 Subaru Legacy Specifications

Model Year 2018 2008  
Model Subaru Outback Subaru Legacy  
Engine 3.6L H6
DOHC-4v
256 hp@6000
247 lb-ft@4400
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable CVT 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.1 in 105.1 in 3 in
Length 189.9 in 186.2 in 3.7 in
Width 72.4 in 68.1 in 4.3 in
Height 66.1 in 56.1 in 10 in
Curb Weight 3893 lb. 3435 lb. 458 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 16.9 gal. 1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 39.5 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 54.4 in 3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 51.0 in 4.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 44.1 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.9 in 36.5 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.3 in 53.7 in 3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 52.6 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 33.9 in 4.2 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.5 ft3 11.4 ft3 24.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.3 ft3 11.4 ft3 61.9 ft3

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2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review
 
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