2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Optra | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
