Subaru WRX (2016) vs. Chevrolet SS (2014) Specs

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2016 Subaru WRX and 2014 Chevrolet SS Specifications

Model Year	2016	2014
Model	Subaru WRX	Chevrolet SS
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000	6.2L V8 OHV-2v 415 hp@5900 415 lb-ft@4600
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	114.8 in	-10.5 in
Length	180.9 in	195.5 in	-14.6 in
Width	70.7 in	74.7 in	-4 in
Height	58.1 in	57.9 in	0.2 in
Curb Weight	3386 lb.	3975 lb.	-589 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	19.0 gal.	-3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	38.7 in	1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	59.1 in	-3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.2 in	57.2 in	-5 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.3 in	42.3 in	1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	38.0 in	-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.2 in	59.0 in	-4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	58.0 in	-4.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.4 in	39.7 in	-4.3 in
Total Legroom	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	82 in (over 2 rows)	-3.3 in
Cargo Volume	12.0 ft³	16.4 ft³	-4.4 ft³

2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review

2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review

2014 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	Despite its slightly more compact exterior, the Chevrolet SS has a roomier back seat than the Dodge Charger. Rear headroom is in unexpectedly short supply in the latter. The Chevrolet also has a couple more inches of rear hiproom, so three adults won't have to get quite as cozy in its back seat. Both cars have about 16 cubic feet of trunk space. A good amount, but you'll find as much in most midsize sedans. Unlike the Charger's, the SS's rear seat cannot fold to expand the trunk. But a pass-through in the center is far larger than most. see full Chevrolet SS review

2014 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The front seats in the Chevrolet SS are comfortable. They also look like they'd provide generous lateral support, but don't, at least not for those of us who aren't built like linebackers. Thankfully the upper seat back features some synthetic suede trim, and this prevents sliding in hard turns. Still, a car with such high handling limits should have seats with much larger and more effective side bolsters--like those available in the Dodge Charger. see full Chevrolet SS review

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