1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1989 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 1989 Citroen Axel and 1989 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Sable weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1989 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Axel | Sable |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
