2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2760 mm |
