2008 Lexus RX vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2008 Lexus RX and 2008 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus RX weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus RX | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | RX | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |