Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 109.8 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 189.9 in | -6.7 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 75.8 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 71.5 in | -10.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3520 lb. | 4805 lb. | -1285 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.3 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.8 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.6 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.8 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.7 in | -55.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 32.9 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.3 in | -34.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.7 in | -57.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.3 in | -29.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -26.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.7 | 46.3 ft3 | -16.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -16.5 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 |
2012 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |