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Saab 9-5 (2011) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Saab 9-5 and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2011 Saab 9-5 and 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2011 2013  
Model Saab 9-5 Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
256 hp@4300
243 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.7 in 101.5 in 10.2 in
Length 197.2 in 165.4 in 31.8 in
Width 73.5 in 70.3 in 3.2 in
Height 57.7 in 58.3 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 4354 lb. 3326 lb. 1028 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 14.5 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 39.3 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.6 in 54.7 in 2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.2 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 38.5 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 52.8 in 3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.8 in 35.5 in 3.3 in
Total Legroom 81 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.2 ft3 15.0 ft3 3.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.2 ft3 46.0 ft3 -27.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Saab 9-5

2011 Saab 9-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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