2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 412 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Sable | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |