Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.3 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 181.9 in | 20.2 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 70.9 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 56.5 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 3670 lb. | 3131 lb. | 539 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 56.2 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.4 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 55.3 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 51.9 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 35.7 in | 5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 6.8 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 2019 Hyundai Elantra.