2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caliber | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
