2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Sable | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
