2003 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |