2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 9 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Sable | 3008 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2613 mm |