2009 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X5 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |