1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
