Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volkswagen CC | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.7 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 190.4 in | 188.9 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 73.0 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 55.8 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 3628 lb. | -98 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 37.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 56.0 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.3 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 2.9 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 |
2009 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The seats go way back and have a high range of motion. This car is more roomy than my previous car which was a 2002 Acura TL. see full Volkswagen CC review |
2009 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The cc only seats four. This is only a downfall if seating 5 is going to be necessary. The rear seat is very stylish and comfortable though. see full Volkswagen CC review |