Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 191 kW@6000 335 Nm@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 198 kW@6200 332 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 3,030 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,780 mm | 5,080 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,966 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,995 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,621 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,483 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,092 mm | 1,090 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 1,021 mm | 997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,648 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,715 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,006 mm | 959 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 968 mm | -968 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,552 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,316 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,003 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,052 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,099 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 971 L | 1,235 L | 970 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.3 | 2,676 L | 32.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,019 L | 4,216 L | -2 L |
2012 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
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2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |