2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 890 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 2011 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. 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 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Sable | E-150 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 125 L |