1990 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 6 kg more than 1990 Holden Statesman.
Because 1990 Holden Statesman 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 1990 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
