Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
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Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 98.8 in | 6.5 in |
Length | 182.4 in | 161.1 in | 21.3 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 67.9 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 56.4 in | 59.1 in | -2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 3164 lb. | 366 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.8 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 42.1 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.3 in | 31.5 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 73.7 in (over 2 rows) | 70.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 5.0 ft3 | 7.4 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 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle.