2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 360 | Sable |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |