Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.2 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 199.6 in | -9 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 76.2 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.1 in | -10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4312 lb. | -632 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 59.4 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.9 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.7 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 39.8 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.8 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 19.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.8 | 47.5 ft3 | -10.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -27.7 ft3 |
2006 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |