2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible 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:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Convertible | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |