2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1139 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Sable | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
