Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 104.4 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 183.3 in | -0.8 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 70.0 in | -1 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 57.2 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3230 lb. | 3194 lb. | 36 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.2 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.2 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 53.6 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 38.1 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta.