1998 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Retona | Sable |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |