1996 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Sable |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |