2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 551 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One 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 | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Sable | One |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
