The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.3 Petrol
2.3 Petrol
Performance
Power:
147 HP
250 HP
Torque:
205 NM
350 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
10 seconds
6.7 seconds
Volvo S70 is a more dynamic driving. SAAB 9000 engine produces 103 HP less power than Volvo S70, whereas torque is 145 NM less than Volvo S70. Due to the lower power, SAAB 9000 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.3 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.2
11.4
The SAAB 9000 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. SAAB 9000 consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S70, which means that by driving the SAAB 9000 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
66 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
710 km in combined cycle
610 km in combined cycle
SAAB 9000 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Dimensions
Length:
4.76 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.76 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.39 m
Both cars are similar in size. SAAB 9000 is 4 cm longer than the Volvo S70, 2 cm wider, while the height of SAAB 9000 is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
470 litres
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
10.6 meters
The turning circle of the SAAB 9000 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Volvo S70.