2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 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 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Sable | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |