2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |