2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |