2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sable | Impala |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
