2008 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |