2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP) has 289 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 427 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
