2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 508 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Sable | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
