2001 BMW L7 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
Because 2001 BMW L7 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 L7. 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW L7 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | L7 | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1565 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |