2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |