2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |