2003 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 855 kg more than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Berlingo. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Berlingo | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Berlingo | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |