2004 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Regal | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |