2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 Mercury Sable

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 275 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.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2001 Mercury Sable
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model E Sable
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 85 L