2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1513 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |