1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 102 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Aerostar 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 1993 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Aerostar | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Aerostar | Sable |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |