2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2004 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2004 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Sable | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
