2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Sable | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
