2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Sable | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |