2008 Audi S6 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
