Model Year | 2014 | 2022 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,751 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,841 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,986 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,082 kg | 1,714 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 70 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,651 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,087 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,641 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,679 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,003 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 973 mm | 0 mm | 973 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,552 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,278 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 922 mm | 0 mm | 922 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,906 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,090 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,107 L | 428 L | -427 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,466 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,248 L | 15.1 | -11.1 L |
2014 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Sienna's seats are cushier than those in the Odyssey or the Sedona. But I slightly preferred the Sedona's front seats because they had four-way lumbar (rather than two-way) and provided more lateral support. The Toyota earns a clear win in front seat space. The first-row foot wells are unusually wide, and there's no tall center console (as in the Kia) or a protruding center stack (as in the Honda) to crowd the driver's right elbow or knee. This said, a relatively tall instrument panel does cut into the view forward and contribute to the Sienna feeling larger than the others. see full Toyota Sienna review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Toyota Sienna.
2022 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2021 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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2022 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2021 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.4L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Subaru Legacy review |