| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota 4Runner | Subaru Legacy | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 105.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 186.2 in | 4 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 68.1 in | 7.7 in |
| Height | 71.5 in | 56.1 in | 15.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4400 lb. | 3435 lb. | 965 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.4 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 51.0 in | 5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 44.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 36.5 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 53.7 in | 4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 52.6 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.9 in | 33.9 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 34.3 in | 0.0 in | 34.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.7 in | 0.0 in | 57.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.3 in | 0.0 in | 29.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 25.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.0 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 46.3 ft3 | 11.4 | 34.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.8 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 77.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Toyota 4Runner.
| 2008 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 |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |