1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Turbo | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Turbo | Sable |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 78 L |