2003 Acura CL vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | CL | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |