Volvo XC60 (2015) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2008) Specs

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2015 Volvo XC60 and 2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2015	2008
Model	Volvo XC60	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 325 hp@6500 354 lb-ft@3000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.2 in	103.1 in	6.1 in
Length	182.8 in	173.8 in	9 in
Width	74.4 in	68.5 in	5.9 in
Height	67.4 in	58.5 in	8.9 in
Curb Weight	4277 lb.	3395 lb.	882 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.9 gal.	1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	40.3 in	-1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.7 in	54.8 in	1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.2 in	0.0 in	54.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	43.5 in	-2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	37.6 in	1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.2 in	53.2 in	2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.8 in	0.0 in	53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.4 in	33.5 in	2.9 in
Total Legroom	77.6 in (over 2 rows)	77 in (over 2 rows)	0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	30.8 ft³	19.0 ft³	11.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	67.4 ft³	44.4 ft³	23 ft³

2015 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review

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2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are bolstered in the right spots, firm and not mushy. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very spacious for a car in this category and much better than many luxury brands i.e. lexus is250 see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The seats are relatively comfortable and the fabric is fair to good quality and feel. Definitely felt more comfortable to drive then a Lancer. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2008 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	The car was too small to drive comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My growing children could not ride comfortably for any length of time in this backseat. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small to drive comfortably for long distances. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 305hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD	My children did not fit comfortably. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Small car, little room, nuff said. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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