2001 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 320 | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |