2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 3 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2985 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
