2007 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2982 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |