2004 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 745 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |