2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 13 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 353 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Sable | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
