2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Escalade | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |