2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
