2004 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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 110 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2004 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Wrangler | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |