Saab 9-3 (2007) vs. Subaru Outback (2006) Specs

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2007 Saab 9-3 and 2006 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2007	2006
Model	Saab 9-3	Subaru Outback
Engine	turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2000	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.3 in	105.1 in	0.2 in
Length	182.5 in	186.2 in	-3.7 in
Width	69.0 in	69.7 in	-0.7 in
Height	56.8 in	59.1 in	-2.3 in
Curb Weight	3440 lb.	3595 lb.	-155 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.4 gal.	16.9 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	37.6 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.3 in	54.4 in	1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	51.0 in	-51 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	44.1 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.0 in	36.5 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.1 in	53.7 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	52.6 in	-52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	33.9 in	1.2 in
Total Legroom	77.4 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	-0.6 in
Cargo Volume	15.0 ft³	11.4 ft³	3.6 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Saab 9-3

2007 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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 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	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	Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable 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
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD	comfortable can sit in it all day 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

2007 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD	No space. 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
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
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
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 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD	a bit tight, but comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Subaru Outback

2006 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2006	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Too small for kids see full Subaru Outback review
2006	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Too short! I am 6ft tall and the front passenger seat leaves me feeling very cramped. Drivers position is better. Seats also too narrow. Maybe plenty of room for skinny folks, but not for us folks that are large boned :-) see full Subaru Outback review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The Outback is much smaller (but not cheaper) than the XC70. see full Subaru Outback review
2005	4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very tight and narrow rear seat room. feels much bumpier in the rear seat than the front seat. see full Subaru Outback review

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