2003 Mercury Sable vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 54 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercury Sable | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Sable | Countryman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1561 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2595 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |