1992 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 258 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
