2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
