2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (198 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 252 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |