Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 108.1 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 189.9 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 72.4 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.1 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 3893 lb. | 461 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.8 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 58.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.9 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.3 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.1 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 0 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 | -55.1 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 2018 Subaru Outback.