2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Zafira 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 9 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 53 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Sable | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
