2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Sable | Phantom |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 448 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 531 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |