2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |