2005 Audi S8 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S8 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1510 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |