The Sable is a sedan with a spacious interior, offering seating for 5-6 passengers. Its exterior dimensions are 5075 mm in length, 2024 mm in width, and 1410 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2756 mm. The front and rear tracks are 1565 mm and 1577 mm, respectively.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5-6
Doors
4
Length
5075 mm 199.8 in.
Width
2024 mm 79.69 in.
Height
1410 mm 55.51 in.
Wheelbase
2756 mm 108.5 in.
Front Track
1565 mm 61.61 in.
Rear Track
1577 mm 62.09 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Sable is a petrol-powered car, offering a reliable and efficient driving experience.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Sable with a 201 HP, 2.9L, 6-cylinder, front-transverse engine, mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission, and equipped with an independent front and rear suspension. The engine features DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder, and multi-port fuel injection, and has a 10.5:1 compression ratio. It has a front-wheel drive system and uses a 5W-20 / WSS-M2C930-A oil and coolant capacity of 5.7L / 10L respectively.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
201 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
67.7 Hp/l
Torque
281 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 207.25 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
Duratec
Engine Displacement
2967 cm3 181.06 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Compression Ratio
10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-20 / WSS-M2C930-A
Coolant
10 l 10.57 US qt | 8.8 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. It features disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear, assisted by ABS for improved stopping performance. The steering is hydraulically powered for effortless handling. The tires are of adequate size for comfortable handling, and the wheels are 16-inch in diameter.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
215/60 R16
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 16
Weight & Capacity
The Sable has a weight-to-power ratio of 7.4 kg/Hp (134.5 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.3 kg/Nm (188.1 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1494 kg (3293.71 lbs.) and a minimum trunk/boot space of 453 l (16 cu. ft.). The fuel tank capacity is 61 l (16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.4 kg/Hp, 134.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.3 kg/Nm, 188.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1494 kg 3293.71 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
453 l 16 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
61 l 16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercury - Sable IV (facelift 2004)
5-6 passengers
5075 mm (199.8 in)
2756 mm (108.5 in)
The Ford Sable is a mid-size car.
The Ford Sable was produced from 1986 to 2005.
The Ford Sable was available in both sedan and wagon body styles.
Petrol (Gasoline)
Sable
No, it's a petrol-powered car
The engine layout is front, transverse.
It has a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The Sable has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding advanced safety features such as airbags or electronic stability control.
The Sable has 16-inch wheels with 215/60 R16 tires.
The Ford Sable was available with a range of engine options, including a 3.8L V6, a 5.0L V8, and a 5.8L V8.
Yes, the Ford Sable was known for its durability and reliability. Many owners reported low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The fuel economy of the Ford Sable varied depending on the engine option and driving conditions. However, it was generally considered to be a fuel-efficient car, especially for its size and power.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Sable is 7.4 kg/Hp (134.5 Hp/tonne).
The minimum trunk/boot space of the Sable is 453 l (16 cu. ft.).
The fuel tank capacity of the Sable is 61 l (16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal).
