2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 181 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Magnum | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |