1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Aurora | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
