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2007 BMW X3 and 2008 Saab 9-3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | BMW X3 | Saab 9-3 | |
| Engine | 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6600 225 lb-ft@2750 |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2150 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.1 in | 105.3 in | 4.8 in |
| Length | 179.7 in | 183.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 69.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 60.6 in | 5.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4067 lb. | 3730 lb. | 337 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 56.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.0 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.0 ft3 | 29.7 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 72.3 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 BMW X3
| 2007 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
With the comfort seat option, you can customize seat position to you preference, including lumbar and shoulder adjustment. Decent support for someone up to 6 feet tall. Heated seats work very well. see full BMW X3 review |
| 2007 BMW X3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
A little cramped and very stiff seats. see full BMW X3 review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats are underpadded and undercontoured see full BMW X3 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saab 9-3
| 2008 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can drive this car further than any other car I have driven and still be comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very, very confortable seats. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Particularly comfortable for tall drivers see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of shoulder and leg room. Seats are deep enough. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saabs have had great seats forever. Nothing has changed... nice and firm, perfect bolstering. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2008 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
not bad for a convertible but if you regularly have more than 2 passengers rear seat is tight to get in and out with top up. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seemed narrow and cramped. see full Saab 9-3 review |
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