

Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 112.9 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 202.1 in | 0.4 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 74.5 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 61.5 in | 7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4494 lb. | 3670 lb. | 824 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.2 in | 39.6 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.8 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 57.6 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.6 in | -53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 41.2 in | -4.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 26.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 21.2 | 61.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 119.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Volkswagen Routan.
2009 Mercury Sable Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
nice large car, easy for baby car seat and plenty of leg room for adults see full Mercury Sable review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
roomy seats and you sit up a bit for good visabilty see full Mercury Sable review |