2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Sable | Sonata |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |