2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 132 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Sable | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
