2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Tucson | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |