2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 60 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
