2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 86 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Sable | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |