Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volkswagen Atlas | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6200 266 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 117.3 in | -10.9 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 198.3 in | -7.7 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 78.3 in | -7.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 69.7 in | -12 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4336 lb. | -656 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.3 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 61.5 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 58.2 in | -58.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.5 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 60.8 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.1 in | -45.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.7 in | -33.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 112.8 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.8 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.8 | 55.5 ft3 | -18.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 | -23.8 ft3 |
2008 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas.