Toyota Prius (2013) vs. Saab 9-3 (2008) Specs

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2013 Toyota Prius and 2008 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year	2013	2008
Model	Toyota Prius	Saab 9-3
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	105.3 in	1 in
Length	176.4 in	183.2 in	-6.8 in
Width	68.7 in	69.4 in	-0.7 in
Height	58.7 in	60.6 in	-1.9 in
Curb Weight	3042 lb.	3320 lb.	-278 lb.
Fuel Capacity	11.9 gal.	16.4 gal.	-4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.6 in	38.9 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	56.3 in	-1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.7 in	0.0 in	52.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.5 in	42.3 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	37.0 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.1 in	55.1 in	-2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.2 in	0.0 in	51.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.0 in	35.1 in	0.9 in
Total Legroom	78.5 in (over 2 rows)	77.4 in (over 2 rows)	1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	29.7 ft³	-8.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	39.6 ft³	72.3 ft³	-32.7 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Toyota Prius

2013 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saab 9-3

2008 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I can drive this car further than any other car I have driven and still be comfortable see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very, very confortable seats. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Front seat was firm and comfortable in recent 3 hour rides. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Particularly comfortable for tall drivers see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Wagon turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Plenty of shoulder and leg room. Seats are deep enough. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Saabs have had great seats forever. Nothing has changed... nice and firm, perfect bolstering. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Big seats that support long legged people, and comfortable on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review

2008 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review
2008	4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD	No space. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	2dr Convertible turbocharged 250hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual FWD	not bad for a convertible but if you regularly have more than 2 passengers rear seat is tight to get in and out with top up. see full Saab 9-3 review
2007	4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Seemed narrow and cramped. see full Saab 9-3 review

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