Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volvo C70 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,633 mm | 4,582 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,760 mm | 1,836 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,433 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,720 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 62 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 968 mm | 970 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 925 mm | 15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,135 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,054 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 820 mm | 861 mm | -41 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,872 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 362 L | -11 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 2010 Volvo C70.