2001 Audi AL2 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Audi AL2 is newer by 1 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi AL2 (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Audi AL2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi AL2 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | AL2 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
