2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
