2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Entourage | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Entourage | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |