2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 73 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Sable | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |