2003 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Sable | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Sable | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |