2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 364 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 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2008 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | CR-V | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |