2009 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 120 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
