Saab 9-5 (2008) vs. Honda Pilot (2011) Specs

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2008 Saab 9-5 and 2011 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2008	2011
Model	Saab 9-5	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	5-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.4 in	109.2 in	-2.8 in
Length	190.6 in	190.9 in	-0.3 in
Width	70.5 in	78.5 in	-8 in
Height	57.7 in	71.0 in	-13.3 in
Curb Weight	3680 lb.	4319 lb.	-639 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	21.0 gal.	-2.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	40.0 in	-1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.9 in	61.5 in	-4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	58.6 in	-58.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.4 in	41.4 in	1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.2 in	39.8 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	62.2 in	-5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	56.9 in	-56.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.6 in	38.5 in	-1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.2 in	-38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	58.9 in	-58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	48.4 in	-48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.1 in	-32.1 in
Total Legroom	79 in (over 2 rows)	112 in (over 3 rows)	-33 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	36.8 ft³	18.0 ft³	18.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	36.8	47.7 ft³	-10.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	73.0 ft³	87.0 ft³	-14 ft³

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

2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review
2010	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review

2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review

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