Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 112.6 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 197.1 in | 0.1 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 78.9 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 70.4 in | -12.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4921 lb. | -567 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.6 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 61.3 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 57.3 in | -57.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.5 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 61.0 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.2 | 43.8 ft3 | -25.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -62.5 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 2015 Ford Explorer.