2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 547 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fusion | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |