2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C5 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
