Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Chevrolet Uplander | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 121.1 in | -9.4 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 204.4 in | -7.2 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 72.0 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 72.1 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4470 lb. | -116 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 59.9 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.9 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.9 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 61.2 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 61.6 in | -61.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.2 | 74.1 ft3 | -55.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -118.3 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 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 |