2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Jazz | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |