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Toyota Venza (2011) vs. Saab 9-3 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Venza and 2008 Saab 9-3 specs.

2011 Toyota Venza and 2008 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Toyota Venza Saab 9-3  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
246 lb-ft@4700
turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 105.3 in 4 in
Length 189.0 in 183.2 in 5.8 in
Width 75.0 in 69.4 in 5.6 in
Height 63.4 in 60.6 in 2.8 in
Curb Weight 4045 lb. 3730 lb. 315 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.7 gal. 16.4 gal. 1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 38.9 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 60.0 in 56.3 in 3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 0.0 in 56 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.2 in 42.3 in -2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.0 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.0 in 55.1 in 3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.5 in 0.0 in 56.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.1 in 35.1 in 4 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 1.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 29.7 ft3 4.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 70.1 ft3 72.3 ft3 -2.2 ft3

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

2011 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review
2010 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza 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
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
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
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
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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