2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega 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 45 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2001 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |