Toyota Avalon (2014) vs. Subaru WRX (2016) Specs

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2014 Toyota Avalon and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications

Model Year	2014	2016
Model	Toyota Avalon	Subaru WRX
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.0 in	104.3 in	6.7 in
Length	195.2 in	180.9 in	14.3 in
Width	72.2 in	70.7 in	1.5 in
Height	57.5 in	58.1 in	-0.6 in
Curb Weight	3461 lb.	3433 lb.	28 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.5 in	39.8 in	-1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.2 in	55.6 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.1 in	52.2 in	2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.1 in	43.3 in	-1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.9 in	37.1 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.9 in	54.2 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.6 in	53.1 in	1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.2 in	35.4 in	3.8 in
Total Legroom	81.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	2.6 in
Cargo Volume	16.0 ft³	12.0 ft³	4 ft³

2014 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Toyota Avalon.

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

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