Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 110.4 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 182.5 in | 193.6 in | -11.1 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 72.2 in | -3.2 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 58.0 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3230 lb. | 3325 lb. | -95 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 39.1 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.9 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat.