2006 Maybach 57 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 57 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Maybach | Mercury |
| Model | 57 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 1357 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
