2002 Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 633 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ka | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |