2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,199 cc, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Crossfire | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
