2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maybach 57 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 2011 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Mercury | Maybach |
Model | Sable | 57 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |