Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,836 mm | 4,468 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,487 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 988 mm | -46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 945 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,288 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 930 mm | 874 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 450 L | 357 L | 93 L |
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 2008 Volvo S40.