2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa 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 67 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 457 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercury Sable 2000 Opel Corsa
Make Mercury Opel
Model Sable Corsa
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 88 HP
Torque 251 Nm 125 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.5:1
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1513 kg 1056 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 44 L


 

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