2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 267 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Concept M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
