Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900 |
turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
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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 | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,836 mm | 4,577 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,814 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,601 kg | 1,539 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 68 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 942 mm | 983 mm | -41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,245 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 963 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,402 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 930 mm | 846 mm | 84 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 450 L | 394 L | 56 L |
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both my wife and I find them comfortable for long drives see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Saab seats...enough said. see full Saab 9-5 review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 260hp 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
great swar for tall slim people see full Saab 9-5 review |
2008 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |