1993 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Sable |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |