Kia Sorento (2023) vs. Mercury Sable (2009) Specs

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2023 Kia Sorento and 2009 Mercury Sable Specifications

Model Year	2023	2009
Model	Kia Sorento	Mercury Sable
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	8-speed automated manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.8 in	112.9 in	-2.1 in
Length	189.0 in	202.1 in	-13.1 in
Width	74.8 in	74.5 in	0.3 in
Height	66.7 in	61.5 in	5.2 in
Curb Weight	3931 lb.	3820 lb.	111 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.7 gal.	20.0 gal.	-2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	39.6 in	0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.0 in	57.8 in	1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.5 in	53.7 in	1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	41.3 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.1 in	38.8 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.0 in	57.6 in	0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	55.0 in	53.6 in	1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	41.7 in	41.2 in	0.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	36.8 in	0.0 in	36.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	53.0 in	0.0 in	53 in
Hip Room, Row 3	42.5 in	0.0 in	42.5 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.6 in	0.0 in	29.6 in
Total Legroom	112.7 in (over 3 rows)	82.5 in (over 2 rows)	30.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.6 ft³	21.2 ft³	-8.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	45.0 ft³	21.2	23.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	75.5 ft³	21.2 ft³	54.3 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.

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

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