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Lexus IS (2007) vs. Saab 9-3 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Lexus IS and 2008 Saab 9-3 specs.

2007 Lexus IS and 2008 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Lexus IS Saab 9-3  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
306 hp@6400
277 lb-ft@4800
turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 105.3 in 2.2 in
Length 180.1 in 182.5 in -2.4 in
Width 70.9 in 69.0 in 1.9 in
Height 56.1 in 56.8 in -0.7 in
Curb Weight 3527 lb. 3640 lb. -113 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 16.4 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.2 in 38.9 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 56.3 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 0.0 in 54.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.9 in 42.3 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 37.0 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.7 in 55.1 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 0.0 in 53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.6 in 35.1 in -4.5 in
Total Legroom 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 15.0 ft3 -2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Lexus IS

2007 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2006 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The good of the front seat comfort is that the seats are ventilated. They could be stronger and cooler but that is my preference. Why is it that we cant get Audis, BMWs, or Lexus with fabric seats in the US? see full Lexus IS review
2007 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
2006 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The front seat headrests are too far back for me. I feel if I use them I am looking at the sky because of their angle. I would prefer some fwd-rev adjustment which i have seen on other cars. see full Lexus IS 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
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
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
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
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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