Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Pontiac G5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6100 150 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 103.5 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 182.4 in | 179.8 in | 2.6 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 67.5 in | 1.8 in |
Height | 56.4 in | 55.6 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 2991 lb. | 539 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.1 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 49.4 in | -49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.0 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 35.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 49.3 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 46.3 in | -46.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 32.2 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-3.
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
2009 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 review |