1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | APV | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
