2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 4 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sable | Montero |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |