2002 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 360. 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 360 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
