2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 504 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 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Sable | MDX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |