2004 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 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 26 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 118 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |