Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 112.9 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 202.1 in | -28.5 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 74.5 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 61.5 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3670 lb. | -887 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 57.8 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.7 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.8 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.6 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 53.6 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 41.2 in | -10 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | -9.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -8.4 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
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 |