Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Toyota Sienna | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 119.3 in | -14 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 200.2 in | -17 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 78.2 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 68.9 in | -8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 4310 lb. | -990 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 65.0 in | -8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.6 in | -58.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.5 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.7 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 64.6 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 66.1 in | -66.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 37.6 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.7 | 87.1 ft3 | -57.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 150.0 ft3 | -77.7 ft3 |
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 Sienna.