2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Sable |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |