2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Captiva | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
