2009 Audi S5 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S5 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S5 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |