2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | CR-V | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |