2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |