2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sable | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |