2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber 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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caliber | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
