2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 493 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
