1997 Citroen XM 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 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 731 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | XM | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
