2005 Audi TT vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | TT | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |