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Saab 9-3 (2006) vs. Subaru Forester (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Saab 9-3 and 2010 Subaru Forester specs.

2006 Saab 9-3 and 2010 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Saab 9-3 Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
221 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 103.0 in 2.3 in
Length 183.2 in 179.5 in 3.7 in
Width 69.4 in 70.1 in -0.7 in
Height 60.6 in 65.9 in -5.3 in
Curb Weight 3175 lb. 3440 lb. -265 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 16.9 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 41.6 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 56.1 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 43.1 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 40.0 in -3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 55.6 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 38.0 in -2.9 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.7 ft3 33.5 ft3 -3.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.3 ft3 68.3 ft3 4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Saab 9-3

2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. 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 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
Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Mulii adjustable power seat with very soft leather. The side support could be a bit better. I loved the soport seats but they are only offered on the V6 model which is much more thirsty. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
gret seats, everything within reach see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual FWD
wrap around comfortable seats see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seemed narrow and cramped. 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
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
a bit tight, but comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My right foot was always getting stuck under the dash. Other than that, it was fine. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seat legroom is a little tight, but headroom is more than sufficient. Seats in general are very comfortable. see full Saab 9-3 review
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very tight, especially behind tall driver. see full Saab 9-3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Subaru Forester

2010 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2010 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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