Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@6000 400 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.0 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 191.8 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 74.7 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 72.5 in | -14.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3620 lb. | 4452 lb. | -832 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.2 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 58.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.9 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.5 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.2 in | -58.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.0 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.8 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
2006 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
These are the best seats ever designed. Really. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable and supportive. air-cooled seat option is great in the summer. Front seat ergonomics and comfort blow away those of bmw, infiniti and acura, although leather quality is not as good. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both my wife and I find them comfortable for long drives see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saab seats...enough said. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
great swar for tall slim people see full Saab 9-5 review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 185hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
9-5 has the best leather seat I ever sit in. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Large supportive front buckets. Vented and heated. Saab seats among the best in the industry. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Excellent Front Seats see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I am tall (6'6") and fit in the front seats and am able to drive it. That is rare and good. Comfort is high for a GM product. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The best front seats for cruising and around town comfort. Love the individual memory settings and adjustment range of the power controls. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Far too cramped getting in and out of the rear seating. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |