2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XK | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |