2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 3496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |