2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 347 kg more than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
