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2008 Saab 9-3 and 2009 Pontiac Solstice Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Saab 9-3 | Pontiac Solstice | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 95.1 in | 10.2 in |
| Length | 182.4 in | 157.2 in | 25.2 in |
| Width | 69.3 in | 71.3 in | -2 in |
| Height | 56.4 in | 50.1 in | 6.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 2860 lb. | 670 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.5 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.4 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 0.0 in | 37 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 0.0 in | 44.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 0.0 in | 32.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 42.7 in (over 1 rows) | 31 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saab 9-3
| 2008 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 |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can drive this car further than any other car I have driven and still be comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very, very confortable seats. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Particularly comfortable for tall drivers see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of shoulder and leg room. Seats are deep enough. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saabs have had great seats forever. Nothing has changed... nice and firm, perfect bolstering. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2008 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 |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD |
not bad for a convertible but if you regularly have more than 2 passengers rear seat is tight to get in and out with top up. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seemed narrow and cramped. see full Saab 9-3 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac Solstice
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed automatic RWD |
No extra room. Tall or overweight people need not apply. see full Pontiac Solstice review |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
(Driver) No room. Car is not for regular sized people. see full Pontiac Solstice review |
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