2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Cobalt | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
