2002 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |