Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.4 in | -1.1 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 190.4 in | -7.9 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 70.5 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 57.2 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3230 lb. | 3530 lb. | -300 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 36.6 in | -1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
These are the best seats ever designed. Really. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable and supportive. air-cooled seat option is great in the summer. Front seat ergonomics and comfort blow away those of bmw, infiniti and acura, although leather quality is not as good. see full Saab 9-5 review |