Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Subaru Tribeca | |
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 | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 108.2 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 191.5 in | 5.7 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 73.9 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.4 in | -8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4140 lb. | 214 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 58.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.5 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.3 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.3 in | -51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | -26.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.2 | 37.6 ft3 | -19.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -56.2 ft3 |
2010 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 |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru Tribeca review |