| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Toyota 4Runner | Subaru Legacy | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 105.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 189.2 in | 188.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 68.1 in | 7.1 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 58.1 in | 11.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 3490 lb. | 765 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 54.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 51.0 in | 4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 44.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 53.7 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 52.6 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 33.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 32.9 in | 0.0 in | 32.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.4 in | 0.0 in | 48.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 24.1 in | 0.0 in | 24.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 22.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -21.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.6 ft3 | 33.5 | 3.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.1 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 8.9 ft3 |
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
| 2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 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 |