2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Sable | 307 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |