2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | 300 | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |