1994 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Probe | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
