Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 130.0 in | -18.3 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 221.3 in | -24.1 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 79.1 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 76.6 in | -18.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 5963 lb. | -1609 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -13 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.1 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 65.3 in | -7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 65.2 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -27.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -82.9 ft3 |
2010 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |