2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 576 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Sable | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |