2008 BMW 135 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable

To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 3 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.

Because 2008 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 135 2005 Mercury Sable
Make BMW Mercury
Model 135 Sable
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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