2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | X-Type | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
