2005 Audi TT vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 4 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, 2005 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | TT | Sable |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
