2004 Kia Spectra 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 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra 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 122 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 793 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Spectra | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Spectra | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |