2009 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | GS | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 372 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |