Saab 9-3 (2011) vs. Volvo S80 (2009) Specs

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2011 Saab 9-3 and 2009 Volvo S80 Specifications

Model Year	2011	2009
Model	Saab 9-3	Volvo S80
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5500 221 lb-ft@2500	turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,675 mm	2,835 mm	0 mm
Length	4,636 mm	4,851 mm	0 mm
Width	1,753 mm	1,862 mm	0 mm
Height	1,443 mm	1,494 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,556 kg	1,822 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	62 L	70 L	-8 L
Headroom, Row 1	988 mm	960 mm	28 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,430 mm	1,458 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	0 mm	1,392 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,074 mm	1,064 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	940 mm	973 mm	-33 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,400 mm	1,430 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	0 mm	1,389 mm	-1 mm
Legroom, Row 2	892 mm	889 mm	3 mm
Total Legroom	1,966 mm (over 2 rows)	1,953 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume	425 L	422 L	3 L

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-3.

2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review
2008	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review

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