Saab 9-3 (2009) vs. Honda Pilot (2016) Specs

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2009 Saab 9-3 and 2016 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2009	2016
Model	Saab 9-3	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2150	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.3 in	111.0 in	-5.7 in
Length	183.2 in	194.5 in	-11.3 in
Width	69.4 in	78.6 in	-9.2 in
Height	60.6 in	69.8 in	-9.2 in
Curb Weight	3730 lb.	4230 lb.	-500 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.4 gal.	19.5 gal.	-3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	40.1 in	-1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	62.0 in	-5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	59.1 in	-59.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	40.9 in	1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.0 in	40.2 in	-3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	62.0 in	-6.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	57.3 in	-57.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	38.4 in	-3.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.9 in	-38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	57.6 in	-57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.6 in	-44.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.9 in	-31.9 in
Total Legroom	77.4 in (over 2 rows)	111.2 in (over 3 rows)	-33.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	29.7 ft³	16.5 ft³	13.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	29.7	46.8 ft³	-17.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.3 ft³	83.9 ft³	-11.6 ft³

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

2016 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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