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2009 Saab 9-3 and 2010 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,636 mm | 4,780 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,753 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,443 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,465 kg | 1,517 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 70 L | -8 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 975 mm | 13 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 960 mm | -20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 958 mm | -66 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 425 L | 402 L | 23 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Passat
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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