Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Saab 9-5 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
turbocharged 2.8L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 111.7 in | -5.8 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 197.2 in | -13.3 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 73.5 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 57.7 in | 13.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 4354 lb. | -304 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 38.9 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 57.6 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 37.9 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.4 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 38.8 in | -7.5 in |
Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -7.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | 48.6 ft3 |
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2011 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 |