2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |