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Saab 9-5 (2008) vs. Saab 9-3 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Saab 9-5 and 2010 Saab 9-3 specs.

2008 Saab 9-5 and 2010 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2010  
Model Saab 9-5 Saab 9-3  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
258 lb-ft@1900
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5500
221 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.4 in 105.3 in 1.1 in
Length 190.4 in 182.5 in 7.9 in
Width 70.5 in 69.0 in 1.5 in
Height 57.2 in 56.8 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3530 lb. 3230 lb. 300 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 16.4 gal. 2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.1 in 38.9 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 56.3 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 42.3 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 37.0 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 55.1 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.6 in 35.1 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 79 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 1.6 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 15.0 ft3 0.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saab 9-5

2008 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Saab 9-3

2010 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review
2010 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review
 
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