2007 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |