2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Sable | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |