2003 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 382 kg more than 2008 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Versa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
