2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | Vaneo | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
