2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
