2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | X5 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1513 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 |
