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Toyota RAV4 (2011) vs. Saab 9-3 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2009 Saab 9-3 specs.

2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2009 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Toyota RAV4 Saab 9-3  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
269 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 105.3 in -0.6 in
Length 181.1 in 183.2 in -2.1 in
Width 71.5 in 69.4 in 2.1 in
Height 66.3 in 60.6 in 5.7 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 3730 lb. -50 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 16.4 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 38.9 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 56.3 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 0.0 in 53.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 42.3 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 37.0 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 55.1 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 0.0 in 52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 35.1 in 3.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 0.0 in 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.6 in 0.0 in 52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 43.3 in 0.0 in 43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.0 in 0.0 in 30 in
Total Legroom 110.1 in (over 3 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 32.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 29.7 ft3 -17.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.2 ft3 29.7 7.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 72.3 ft3 0.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota RAV4

2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2012 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2011 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review
2010 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3

2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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