2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |