2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Sable | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |