2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Sable |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
