2009 BMW X6 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | X6 | Sable |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |