| Model Year | 2007 | 2017 | |
| Model | Toyota Avalon | Subaru Outback | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 108.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Length | 197.2 in | 189.6 in | 7.6 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 66.1 in | -7.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 3810 lb. | -320 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.8 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 55.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.9 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 57.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 55.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 38.1 in | 2.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -21.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 | -58.9 ft3 |
| 2007 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
| 2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
| 2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |