2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Sable | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |