2001 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Sable | C30 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |