1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daewoo Joyster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daewoo Joyster would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 932 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Joyster | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
