2002 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 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 100 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |