2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1077 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sable | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
