1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Holden Statesman 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 1995 Holden Statesman. 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
