| Model Year | 2019 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Outback | Toyota Avalon | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 111.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Length | 189.9 in | 197.2 in | -7.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 72.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 58.5 in | 7.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3893 lb. | 3495 lb. | 398 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.8 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.8 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.3 in | 58.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 56.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 40.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.5 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 21.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 58.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Subaru Outback.
| 2009 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |