2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
