2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
