1998 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 343 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Sable |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
