2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 PT Cruiser (332 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
