2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Sable | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
