Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,653 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,539 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,506 kg | 1,300 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 50 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,029 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,328 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 998 mm | -58 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,110 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 919 mm | -27 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 841 L | 561 L | 280 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,047 L | 1,741 L | 1 L |
2009 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 |
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 |
2009 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 | 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 |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Matrix.