2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2008 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Cobalt | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |
