2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 455 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Sable | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
