Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,636 mm | 4,468 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,753 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,443 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,556 kg | 1,564 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 988 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 945 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,288 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 874 mm | 18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 425 L | 357 L | 68 L |
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 2006 Volvo S40.