2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 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 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. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Sable | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
