Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,030 mm | 2,741 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,780 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,986 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,750 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,082 kg | 1,632 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 70 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,651 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,092 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,008 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,641 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,679 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 960 mm | -5 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) | 2,052 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,107 L | 971 L | -970 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,466 L | 34.3 | -32.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4,248 L | 2,019 L | 2 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.
2012 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I am a big guy. 5'10 and about 290 lbs. This car is very comfortable for me. I can reach the controls nicely, love the heated leather seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
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2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
I have found our 2012 Outback to be very comfortable for long drives. The driver's seat has plenty of adjustment to accommodate my frame. Legroom is outstanding. My wife got so spoiled with the heated seats in our 99 Outback Limited that she balks at cars without. So our 2010 and now the 2012 have had the heated seats. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Rear seat comfort is excellent even for very tall teenagers and 20 somethings. The redesign of the Outback in 2010 noticeably improved rear seat space. One note when flipping down the back seats. Make sure your head is out of the way when you lift the release lever. The seat back springs forward quickly. The angle of the rear seat can also be reclined for additional comfort. The fold down center cup holder is a nice touch. The seating position is high so visibility is great. see full Subaru Outback review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very comfortable. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Impressed with the seat comfort/adjustability/durability. 12+hours in the chair is no problem. see full Subaru Outback review |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Wide space with lots of shoulder, hip, leg and head room. Seats are comfy too without being decadent. see full Subaru Outback review |