2009 Dodge Avenger vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Dodge Avenger 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Avenger | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Avenger | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
