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2009 Ford Explorer and 2008 Mercury Sable Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercury Sable | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 202.1 in | -8.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 61.5 in | 11.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4706 lb. | 3820 lb. | 886 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 57.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 41.2 in | -4.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -7.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 21.2 | 22.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 62.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercury Sable
| 2008 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 |
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