1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 323 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Cavalier | Sable |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |