2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Sable. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Sable. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |