2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae 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 202 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae 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:
2000 Citroen Xanae | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xanae | Sable |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |