1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 613 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Bx | Sable |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
