2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 469 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C2 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
