2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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. Both 2009 Audi A6 and 2004 Mercury Sable are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (450 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
