2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki XL6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki XL6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki XL6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 566 kg more than 2000 Suzuki XL6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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 Mercury Sable (333 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki XL6. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki XL6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 2000 Suzuki XL6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Sable | XL6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
