2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Mercury | Jaguar |
Model | Sable | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2909 mm |