Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Scion tC | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 174.0 in | 6.9 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 69.1 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 55.7 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 2905 lb. | 362 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.3 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 53.2 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 41.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 36.6 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 50.0 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 47.3 in | 5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 33.6 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -23.4 ft3 |
2015 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 |
2015 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 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |