2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
