I have a 2006 Subaru Outback wagon and I am trying to decide between the Thule Atlantis 1800 and the Yakima Skybox 16 box. Both of them fit my car according to the websites. My questions are -
1) will the Atlantis 1800 leave room for me to open my hatch completely without having it hang over the front?
2) is there a big difference in the quality between the Thule Atlantis and the Yakima Skybox? The Atlantis is much more expensive, even comparing the same volume sizes between the two brands.

Tech Specs:

Material:

Plastic 

Compatibility:

Square Thule crossbars, Thule Aero crossbars, factory bars, round bars 

Opening:

Either side 

Dimensions:

84 x 34.4 x 16.9in (213 x 87 x 43cm) 

Volume:

31,104cu in (509.7L) 

Locks Included:

Yes 

Weight:

47lb (21.3kg) 

Recommended Use:

Year-round travel 

Manufacturer Warranty:

Lifetime