2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 223 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercury | Smart |
| Model | Sable | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 22 L |
