2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Cougar would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 203 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
