1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 264 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 1998 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (294 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Sable |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |