2001 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |