Model Year | 2010 | 2021 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 174 hp@5200 206 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 110.4 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 193.6 in | 3.6 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 72.2 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.0 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 3325 lb. | 1029 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.3 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 56.9 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.1 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 2.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Passat.