Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 191 kW@5300 350 Nm@1900 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 179 kW@6000 325 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,870 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,841 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,829 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,853 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,521 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,417 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 988 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,575 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,618 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 930 mm | 953 mm | -23 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 953 mm | -953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,527 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 871 mm | -871 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,837 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,042 L | 501 L | -500 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.8 | 2,010 L | 34.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,067 L | 3,398 L | -1 L |
2008 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable even with rear facing car seat behind either driver or passenger seat. Head room was good even with moon roof. see full Saab 9-5 review |
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 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |