2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 320 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |