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Saab 9-3 (2009) vs. Volvo XC60 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Saab 9-3 and 2011 Volvo XC60 specs.

2009 Saab 9-3 and 2011 Volvo XC60 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2011  
Model Saab 9-3 Volvo XC60  
Engine turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 109.2 in -3.9 in
Length 183.2 in 182.2 in 1 in
Width 69.4 in 74.4 in -5 in
Height 60.6 in 67.4 in -6.8 in
Curb Weight 3730 lb. 4225 lb. -495 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 38.0 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 56.7 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 54.2 in -54.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.2 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 38.1 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in 55.2 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 36.4 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) -0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 29.7 ft3 30.8 ft3 -1.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 72.3 ft3 67.4 ft3 4.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3

2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC60

2011 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review
 
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