1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Trans Sport | Sable |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |