2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 778 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Sable |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 529 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 | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |