2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac CTS 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:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | CTS | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |