2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
