2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 483 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. 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 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Sable | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
