2009 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |