2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 539 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Patriot | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |