1991 Infiniti G20 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1991 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 766 kg more than 1991 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti G20 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | G20 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
