Subaru WRX (2016) vs. Subaru Legacy (2006) Specs

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2016 Subaru WRX and 2006 Subaru Legacy Specifications

Model Year	2016	2006
Model	Subaru WRX	Subaru Legacy
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	105.1 in	-0.8 in
Length	180.9 in	186.2 in	-5.3 in
Width	70.7 in	68.1 in	2.6 in
Height	58.1 in	56.1 in	2 in
Curb Weight	3433 lb.	3435 lb.	-2 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.9 gal.	-1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.8 in	39.5 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	54.4 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.2 in	51.0 in	1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.3 in	44.1 in	-0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	36.5 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.2 in	53.7 in	0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.1 in	52.6 in	0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.4 in	33.9 in	1.5 in
Total Legroom	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	0.7 in
Cargo Volume	12.0 ft³	11.4 ft³	0.6 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

2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I�ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it�s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review

2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review
2005	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	There just isn�t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review

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