2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 384 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
