2001 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 530 (411 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 530 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 530 | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |