2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | BT-50 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |