2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 11 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 420 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 2013 BMW M6 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 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Sable | M6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |