2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |