2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler 300 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 2005 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |