1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Sable |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5956 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |