Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Mercury Mariner | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2150 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 103.1 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 175.2 in | 8 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 71.1 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 67.7 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3730 lb. | 3549 lb. | 181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.2 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 55.9 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.1 in | -49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 35.6 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 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 |
2011 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 0 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
comfort front seat see full Mercury Mariner review |