Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volvo C40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@5500 400 Nm@2150 |
Electric 300 kW 660 Nm |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,653 mm | 4,440 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,539 mm | 1,595 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,692 kg | 2,149 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 0 L | 62 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 1,039 mm | 987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 932 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 917 mm | -25 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,956 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 841 L | 433 L | 408 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,047 L | 1,388 L | 1 L |
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 2023 Volvo C40.