

Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Nitro | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 260 hp@5200 265 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 112.9 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 178.9 in | 202.1 in | -23.2 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 74.5 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 61.5 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 3820 lb. | 151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.8 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 53.7 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.8 in | 38.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.6 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 53.6 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 41.2 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 44 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Dodge Nitro.
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 |