2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (301 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
