Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 105.1 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 186.2 in | 16.3 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 68.1 in | 8.8 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 56.1 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4494 lb. | 3435 lb. | 1059 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.5 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 54.4 in | 8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 51.0 in | -51 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 44.1 in | -3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.5 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 53.7 in | 11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 33.9 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 20.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 11.4 | 71.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 129.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |