2004 Audi Allroad vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Audi Allroad is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 379 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2004 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi Allroad | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Allroad | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |