2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 735 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C5 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
