2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |