2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sable | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
