2008 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
