2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Mercury Sable

To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2009 Mercury Sable
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model E Sable
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1925 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L