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Saab 9-5 (2006) vs. Ford Flex (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Saab 9-5 and 2012 Ford Flex specs.

2006 Saab 9-5 and 2012 Ford Flex Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Saab 9-5 Ford Flex  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
258 lb-ft@1900
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.4 in 117.9 in -11.5 in
Length 190.6 in 202.3 in -11.7 in
Width 70.5 in 75.9 in -5.4 in
Height 57.7 in 67.6 in -9.9 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 4839 lb. -1159 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.2 gal. -0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 41.8 in -3.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 58.4 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.4 in -55.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 40.8 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.2 in 40.5 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 57.1 in -0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.6 in 44.3 in -7.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.7 in -38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 50.8 in -50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 41.1 in -41.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.4 in -33.4 in
Total Legroom 79 in (over 2 rows) 118.5 in (over 3 rows) -39.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 36.8 ft3 19.4 ft3 17.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 36.8 45.0 ft3 -8.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 86.7 ft3 -13.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Saab 9-5

2006 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Flex

2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review
 
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