Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Toyota Venza | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 105.9 in | -0.6 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 186.6 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 73.0 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 65.9 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 3847 lb. | -527 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 57.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.9 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 56.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.2 in | -45.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 37.8 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 28.8 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 55.1 ft3 | 17.2 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 2021 Toyota Venza.