2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Sable | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
