Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Saab 9-5 | Volvo XC70 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 110.8 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 190.5 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 73.5 in | 75.8 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 63.1 in | -5.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4354 lb. | 4098 lb. | 256 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 57.4 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.5 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.6 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.2 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 | -15.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.2 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 | -53.9 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 2009 Volvo XC70.