2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | i30 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |