2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |