2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Combo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
