1998 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (400 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
