1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
