2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 368 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sable | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
