Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Mercury Sable | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.3 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 202.1 in | 178.7 in | 23.4 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 72.8 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 61.5 in | 74.9 in | -13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3670 lb. | 4150 lb. | -480 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 58.3 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.9 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.3 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 46.1 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 34.4 in | 6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -44.5 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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |