Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6800 266 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 120.9 in | -9.2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 204.3 in | -7.1 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 78.6 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 70.7 in | -13 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4572 lb. | -218 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.3 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 62.1 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.1 in | -58.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 62.2 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.4 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.5 in | -57.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.5 in | -48.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.5 in | -33.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.2 | 58.1 ft3 | -39.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 98.2 ft3 | -80 ft3 |
2011 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse.