Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Saab 9-3 | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 206 kW@5500 400 Nm@2150 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,653 mm | 4,521 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,763 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,539 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,619 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 | 968 mm | -28 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, Minimum | 841 L | 362 L | 479 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,047 L | 1,252 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 |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 review |