2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 74 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Sable | DART |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
