2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Sable | Concept T |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 34 L |