2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Spark | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
