2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 321 kg more than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.
Because 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 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 Ferrari F1 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (333 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | F1 2000 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
