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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Saab 9-3 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2010 Saab 9-3 specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2010 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2010  
Model Ford Explorer Saab 9-3  
Engine 4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5500
221 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 105.3 in 8.4 in
Length 193.4 in 183.2 in 10.2 in
Width 73.7 in 69.4 in 4.3 in
Height 72.8 in 60.6 in 12.2 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 3520 lb. 1186 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.5 gal. 16.4 gal. 6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.9 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.0 in 56.3 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 0.0 in 55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 37.0 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.9 in 55.1 in 3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.5 in 0.0 in 55.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 35.1 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 53.1 in 0.0 in 53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 45.3 in 0.0 in 45.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 34.9 in 0.0 in 34.9 in
Total Legroom 114.2 in (over 3 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 36.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.6 ft3 29.7 ft3 -16.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 43.9 ft3 29.7 14.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 72.3 ft3 11.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Saab 9-3

2010 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
2010 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
 
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