2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
