2004 Infiniti I35 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I35 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I35 (255 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I35.
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, 2004 Infiniti I35 (334 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti I35 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | I35 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
