2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
