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2011 Ford Explorer and 2008 Mercury Sable Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mercury Sable | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | 112.6 in | 112.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 202.1 in | -5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.5 in | 4.4 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 61.5 in | 8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 3820 lb. | 932 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 57.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.7 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 57.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 53.6 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 31.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 21.2 | 22.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | 59.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
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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