2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1354 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Ram | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 85 L |