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Saab 9-3 (2009) vs. Saab 9-5 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Saab 9-3 and 2009 Saab 9-5 specs.

2009 Saab 9-3 and 2009 Saab 9-5 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2009  
Model Saab 9-3 Saab 9-5  
Engine turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
258 lb-ft@1900
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 106.4 in -1.1 in
Length 182.5 in 190.4 in -7.9 in
Width 69.0 in 70.5 in -1.5 in
Height 56.8 in 57.2 in -0.4 in
Curb Weight 3440 lb. 3530 lb. -90 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 37.1 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 56.9 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.4 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 37.0 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 56.5 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 36.6 in -1.5 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 79 in (over 2 rows) -1.6 in
Cargo Volume 15.0 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3

2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual AWD
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-5

2009 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable even with rear facing car seat behind either driver or passenger seat. Head room was good even with moon roof. see full Saab 9-5 review
 
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