Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.3 in | -1 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 188.3 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 69.9 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 57.5 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3230 lb. | 3297 lb. | -67 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.7 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.1 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 38.5 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.