2008 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
