Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 101.5 in | 11.4 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 168.7 in | 33.4 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 69.5 in | 5 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 56.0 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3820 lb. | 3479 lb. | 341 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.1 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.3 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.2 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.9 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 52.8 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 0.0 in | 53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 34.8 in | 6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 6.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -33.4 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Audi A3.