2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 11 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. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 79 kg more than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Sable | 123 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
