Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 107.8 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 190.2 in | -7.7 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 73.1 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 58.4 in | -1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3230 lb. | 3710 lb. | -480 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.7 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.4 in | -55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.8 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.4 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.3 in | -52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 37.3 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 | 3.9 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2013 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |