2000 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 320 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
