2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan 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 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Econovan | Sable |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |