1997 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Because 1997 Dodge Copperhead 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 1997 Dodge Copperhead. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Copperhead has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Copperhead will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Copperhead | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Copperhead | Sable |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |