2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 BMW Z4 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 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z4 | Sable |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |