Model Year | 2011 | 2022 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 113.8 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 196.8 in | 0.4 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 76.0 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 71.6 in | -13.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4430 lb. | -76 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.3 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 61.1 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 40.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 60.3 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.5 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | 0.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.2 | 47.5 ft3 | -29.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -68.3 ft3 |
2011 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the roomiest back seats of any vehicle. Test drove competitors TL, A4 and 3-series and found that none of their backseat room was anywhere close to the Saab's. Also the truck is extremely large making the car very useful for a growing family. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Most car seats can be comfortable for a 1 hour drive. Few can be comfortable for a 4 hour drive. Luckily the Saab seats fall into the latter category. see full Saab 9-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Subaru Ascent.