2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
