2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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 64 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Sable | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
