Toyota Avalon (2010) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2010 Toyota Avalon and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2010	2008
Model	Toyota Avalon	Subaru Outback
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.0 in	105.1 in	5.9 in
Length	197.2 in	188.7 in	8.5 in
Width	72.8 in	69.7 in	3.1 in
Height	58.5 in	63.2 in	-4.7 in
Curb Weight	3495 lb.	3605 lb.	-110 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.9 gal.	1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.8 in	40.5 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.4 in	54.4 in	5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.8 in	51.0 in	4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	44.1 in	-2.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.1 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.2 in	53.7 in	4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.2 in	52.6 in	3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	33.9 in	7 in
Total Legroom	82.2 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	4.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.4 ft³	33.5 ft³	-19.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.4 ft³	66.2 ft³	-51.8 ft³

2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
2011	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review

2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review

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