Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 101.5 in | 3.8 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 179.3 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 70.1 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 60.6 in | 59.2 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 3285 lb. | 35 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 54.8 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.1 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.1 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 35.5 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-3.
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |