2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Sable | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sable | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |