Toyota Avalon (2012) vs. Saab 9-5 (2007) Specs

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2012 Toyota Avalon and 2007 Saab 9-5 Specifications

Model Year	2012	2007
Model	Toyota Avalon	Saab 9-5
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@1900
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.0 in	106.4 in	4.6 in
Length	197.6 in	190.4 in	7.2 in
Width	72.8 in	70.5 in	2.3 in
Height	58.5 in	57.2 in	1.3 in
Curb Weight	3572 lb.	3530 lb.	42 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	18.5 gal.	0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	37.1 in	1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.4 in	56.9 in	2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.8 in	0.0 in	55.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	42.4 in	-1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	37.0 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.2 in	56.5 in	1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.2 in	0.0 in	56.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	40.9 in	36.6 in	4.3 in
Total Legroom	82.2 in (over 2 rows)	79 in (over 2 rows)	3.2 in
Cargo Volume	14.4 ft³	15.9 ft³	-1.5 ft³

2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review

2012 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review
2011	4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review

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

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