2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mazda MPV 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MPV | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MPV | Sable |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |