2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 78 L |