Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 118.9 in | -13.6 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 203.7 in | -20.5 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 78.5 in | -9.1 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 69.9 in | -9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3520 lb. | 4844 lb. | -1324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 61.5 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.4 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 61.0 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.8 in | -57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 36.8 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.7 | 70.3 ft3 | -40.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -44 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 |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |