2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 MG ZS has manual transmission. 2004 MG ZS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Sable | ZS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
