2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 54 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
