1997 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Feroza would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Feroza. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Feroza has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Feroza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Feroza | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Feroza | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
