2000 BMW Z9 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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 173 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z9 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
