2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 335 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ferrari |
| Model | Sable | F430 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 490 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
