2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X3 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |