2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 152 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
