2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura TL (254 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 254 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |