2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 12 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 307 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Mercury | Maserati |
| Model | Sable | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 433 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
