| Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
| Model | Subaru WRX | BMW 5-Series | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5500 450 lb-ft@1750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 116.9 in | -12.6 in |
| Length | 180.9 in | 193.1 in | -12.2 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 73.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 57.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 4519 lb. | -1243 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 58.3 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 0.0 in | 52.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 56.2 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 36.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Subaru WRX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 BMW 5-Series.