2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 221 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Magnum | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |