Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 109.3 in | 3.6 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 191.1 in | 11 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 71.1 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 57.1 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3670 lb. | 3580 lb. | 90 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 57.3 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.9 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 56.3 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 52.8 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 35.9 in | 5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
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 |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review |
2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review |