Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
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 218 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 | 106.4 in | 103.9 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 190.4 in | 175.9 in | 14.5 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.7 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.2 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3530 lb. | 3278 lb. | 252 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.9 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 55.2 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.6 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.7 in | -50.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 34.4 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 3.3 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.