2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Galaxy 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 Ford Galaxy | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Galaxy | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
