2008 BMW 130 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 130 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
