2004 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sable | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
