2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 590 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML has manual transmission. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | ML | Sable |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
