Model Year | 2010 | 2020 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 105.1 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 182.1 in | 1.1 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 71.5 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 67.5 in | -6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3520 lb. | 3449 lb. | 71 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.2 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 58.2 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.6 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.2 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 39.4 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -5.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 | -3.8 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Subaru Forester.