2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Sable | 307 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |