1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
