2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 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 88 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 448 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sable | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
