2008 BMW 523 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 523 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1490 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
