2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 325 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |