2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 169 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Sable | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |