2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercury Sable 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Sable | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
