2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Sable (281 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Sable | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |