2001 BMW X Coupe 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 X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X Coupe | Sable |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
