1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
