2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |