2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
