2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1147 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |