2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Freestyle | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |