2009 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Sable | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |