2004 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
Because 2004 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z4 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
