2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 7 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, 2011 Buick Regal (220 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 152 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, 2011 Buick Regal (349 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Sable | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |