Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 276 hp@5500 289 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 107.1 in | 5.8 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 184.1 in | 18 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 71.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 55.7 in | 5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3670 lb. | 3186 lb. | 484 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 56.5 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.4 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.6 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 50.5 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 38.0 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Hyundai Elantra.