1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 493 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Sable |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |