2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 272 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |