2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Washu | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Washu | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |