2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Sable | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 364 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |