2008 Mercury Sable vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 675 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Mercury | BMW |
| Model | Sable | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 51 L |
