2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Sable 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Sable | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
