2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
