Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 113.9 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 188.8 in | 8.4 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 76.4 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 68.2 in | -10.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4711 lb. | -357 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 59.8 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.9 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.7 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.9 in | 3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -13.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -52.7 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 |
2011 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |