Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Passat | Mercury Sable | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.9 in | -2.5 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 202.1 in | -10.5 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 74.5 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 61.5 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 3571 lb. | 3670 lb. | -99 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 57.8 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.3 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 57.6 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.6 in | -53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 41.2 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 82.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
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 |