2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Sable | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Sable | Malibu |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |