2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-350 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 68 L |