They are big enough to provide you with adequate cargo and passenger room, but small enough to fit easily into parking spaces and your garage. Those in the market for a medium-sized (or mid-size) car have several models to choose from. Comparing them includes a look at safety and fuel economy.
Safety
Vehicles must earn top marks in crash and rollover tests to receive a "top pick" designation from the nonprofit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Several 2011 mid-size cars earned this designation, including the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Subaru Outback and Chevrolet Malibu.
Fuel Efficiency
The government's fuel economy website shows which mid-size cars go furthest on a gallon of gas. 2011 cars at the top of the list include the hybrid, front-wheel-drive versions of the Mercury Milan, Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion. Each posted 41 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 36 on the highway.
Dimensions
Mid-size cars vary in the amount of head, leg, hip and shoulder room they provide for occupants. For example, the 2011 Mercury Milan offers 38.7 inches of front-seat headroom, while you'll find 40.6 in 2011 Nissan Sentras that don't have moonroofs. Use the "Dimensions" or "Specifications" links on manufacturers' websites to compare measurements.
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