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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs Mercury Sable

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser

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2009 Mercury Sable

Overview

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
Selected trimClassicBase
Body styleWagonSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic6-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102009

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
MSRP$18,275 (best)$25,120
Lowest listing price$8,991 (best)
Median listing price$8,991 (best)
Highest listing price$8,991 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
Combined MPG21 MPG21 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank15 gal20 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
Horsepower150 hp263 hp (best)
Torque165 lb-ft249 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume62.7 cu ft (best)21.2 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs1,000 lbs
Curb weight3,222 lbs (best)3,670 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase103 in112.9 in (best)
Length168.9 in202.1 in (best)
Width67.1 in74.5 in (best)
Height63 in (best)61.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler PT CruiserClassicMercury SableBase
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChrysler PT CruiserMercury Sable
1

Classic

$18,275 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$25,120 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$26,970 MSRP

3

Premier

$29,380 MSRP

4

Premier

$31,230 MSRP

Live inventory

Chrysler PT Cruiser vs Mercury Sable FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or 2009 Mercury Sable?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs 2009 Mercury Sable on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or 2009 Mercury Sable?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser starts lower at $18,275. Live Mercury Sable listings start at $8,991.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or 2009 Mercury Sable?
The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (18,275).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser or 2009 Mercury Sable?
The 2009 Mercury Sable leads on horsepower in this comparison (263).