Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Kia Amanti | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 110.2 in | -3.8 in |
Length | 190.4 in | 196.0 in | -5.6 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.8 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 58.5 in | -1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 3770 lb. | -240 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 40.0 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 58.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 44.5 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.4 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 57.5 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.0 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 0.4 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 |
2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |