2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 153 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | MM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
