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Volvo S60 (2008) vs. Saab 9-3 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Volvo S60 and 2009 Saab 9-3 specs.

2008 Volvo S60 and 2009 Saab 9-3 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Volvo S60 Saab 9-3  
Engine turbocharged
2.4L I5
DOHC-4v
257 hp@5500
258 lb-ft@2100
turbocharged
2.8L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@2150
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.9 in 105.3 in 1.6 in
Length 180.2 in 182.5 in -2.3 in
Width 71.4 in 69.0 in 2.4 in
Height 56.2 in 56.8 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 3393 lb. 3440 lb. -47 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 16.4 gal. 1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 38.9 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 56.3 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 49.0 in 0.0 in 49 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 42.3 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 37.0 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 55.1 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.2 in 0.0 in 55.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.3 in 35.1 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) -1.5 in
Cargo Volume 13.9 ft3 15.0 ft3 -1.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo S60

2008 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 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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