1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 719 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C 15 | Sable |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |