2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Durango | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |