2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 7 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 256 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.
Because 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sable | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 470 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
