Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2150 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,636 mm | 4,836 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,753 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,443 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,601 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 70 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 942 mm | 46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 940 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 930 mm | -38 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 425 L | 450 L | -25 L |
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 |
2009 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable even with rear facing car seat behind either driver or passenger seat. Head room was good even with moon roof. see full Saab 9-5 review |