2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 377 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 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. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C3 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |