2003 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Sable | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Sable |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
