2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |