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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Saab 9-3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Saab 9-3 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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 | 106.3 in | 105.3 in | 1 in |
| Length | 184.1 in | 183.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 69.4 in | 5 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 60.6 in | 7.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4054 lb. | 3730 lb. | 324 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 56.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.3 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.0 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 55.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.1 in | 1.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.2 ft3 | 29.7 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 72.3 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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 | ||
| 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 |
| 2009 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 |
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