1997 Eagle Vision 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 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Eagle Vision. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1997 Eagle Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Eagle Vision. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Eagle Vision. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Vision | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Vision | Sable |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
