2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 291 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
| Model | Sable | Korando |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
