2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Sable | Journey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
