2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 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 Mercedes-Benz C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C30 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2950 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
