2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2005 Mercury Sable
Make Audi Mercury
Model A6 Sable
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 153 HP
Torque 330 Nm 252 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 9.7:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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