2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Sable | 9-4X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |