2004 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2004 Chrysler Crossfire 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 Chrysler Crossfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Crossfire | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |