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Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 112.9 in | 17.1 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 202.1 in | 19.2 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 74.5 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 61.5 in | 15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5842 lb. | 3820 lb. | 2022 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 11 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 57.8 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 53.7 in | 10.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.6 in | 7.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 53.6 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 41.2 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 79.9 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
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 |