2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 341 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 612 | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 589 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |