2002 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 78 L |