1995 Honda CRX vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 876 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CRX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
