2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Crossfire | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
