2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taurus X | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |