2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | R | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
