2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | GL | Sable |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |