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2009 Mercury Sable and 2011 Ford Flex Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mercury Sable | Ford Flex | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 117.9 in | -5 in |
| Length | 202.1 in | 202.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 75.9 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 67.6 in | -6.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3820 lb. | 4839 lb. | -1019 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 58.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.8 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 55.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 44.3 in | -3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -36 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 45.0 ft3 | -23.8 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -65.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercury Sable
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
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