2001 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 273 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Sable |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 196 Nm | 252 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |