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Saab 9-3 (2006) vs. Volvo V50 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Saab 9-3 and 2006 Volvo V50 specs.

2006 Saab 9-3 and 2006 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model Saab 9-3 Volvo V50  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
221 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
218 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 103.9 in 1.4 in
Length 183.2 in 177.7 in 5.5 in
Width 69.4 in 69.7 in -0.3 in
Height 60.6 in 57.2 in 3.4 in
Curb Weight 3175 lb. 3379 lb. -204 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 38.9 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 55.2 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.6 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 54.1 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.7 in -50.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 34.4 in 0.7 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 76 in (over 2 rows) 1.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.7 ft3 27.4 ft3 2.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.3 ft3 62.9 ft3 9.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Saab 9-3

2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very, very confortable seats. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Particularly comfortable for tall drivers see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of shoulder and leg room. Seats are deep enough. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Saabs have had great seats forever. Nothing has changed... nice and firm, perfect bolstering. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I can drive this car further than any other car I have driven and still be comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Mulii adjustable power seat with very soft leather. The side support could be a bit better. I loved the soport seats but they are only offered on the V6 model which is much more thirsty. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
gret seats, everything within reach see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual FWD
wrap around comfortable seats see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seemed narrow and cramped. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007 2dr Convertible turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6
6-speed manual FWD
not bad for a convertible but if you regularly have more than 2 passengers rear seat is tight to get in and out with top up. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 150hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
a bit tight, but comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My right foot was always getting stuck under the dash. Other than that, it was fine. see full Saab 9-3 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seat legroom is a little tight, but headroom is more than sufficient. Seats in general are very comfortable. see full Saab 9-3 review
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 175hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very tight, especially behind tall driver. see full Saab 9-3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volvo V50

2006 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review
2006 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review
2006 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual AWD
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Let me put it this way: road trip across Canada. Last day getting home drove 1,500kms in 15 hrs (including breaks, of course). No neck or back pain. The front seats are extremely comfortable. see full Volvo V50 review
2006 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review
2006 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review
2006 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review
2006 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review
2005 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good only for children. 3 adults are getting squeezed. see full Volvo V50 review
2005 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
really only good for kids see full Volvo V50 review
 
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