2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Sable | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
