2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 342 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |