2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 447 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
