2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |