Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 118.9 in | -6 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 205.0 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 78.4 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 70.4 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3670 lb. | 4790 lb. | -1120 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 62.0 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 59.1 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 61.3 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 57.8 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 36.8 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -28.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -3.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 68.8 ft3 | -47.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 116.4 ft3 | -95.2 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 |
2010 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |