2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
