2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Sable | E-Series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 150 L |