1999 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 BMW 525

To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.

Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Sable 2008 BMW 525
Make Mercury BMW
Model Sable 525
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2982 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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